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Sadio Mane was the hero for Al Nassr in a match that saw Cristiano Ronaldo struggle to make an impact.
In a tightly contested match, Sadio Mane outshone Cristiano Ronaldo to emerge as the standout performer for Al Nassr, leading his team to a narrow 1-0 victory over Al Riyadh in the Saudi Pro League.
The win was crucial for Al Nassr as they strive to keep pace with league leaders Al Hilal and Al Ittihad.
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Match Highlights
Final Score: Al Nassr 1 - 0 Al Riyadh
Goal Scorer: Sadio Mane (scored late in the first half)
Mane's goal came just before halftime, when he expertly connected with a pass from Abdulrahman Ghareeb, firing a first-time shot that found the back of the net.
This decisive strike not only secured the win but also underscored Mane's growing influence in the team, as he now boasts three goals and five assists in ten matches this season.
But while Mane shone, his illustrious teammate Ronaldo who recently made his mark off the pitch struggled to make an impact throughout the match.
Despite his efforts, which included three shots on target and an impressive 88% pass completion rate, Ronaldo has now gone nine league games with only one goal from open play—an alarming statistic for a player of his calibre.
Frustration was evident as Ronaldo was seen expressing his dissatisfaction with the lack of scoring opportunities.
His attempts to break through Al Riyadh's defence were met with resistance, and he failed to convert several chances, including a close-range effort that was saved by goalkeeper Milan Borjan.
Al Nassr's victory keeps them in third place in the league standings with 22 points, maintaining their position just behind Al Hilal and Al Ittihad.
The match highlighted the contrasting fortunes of Mane and Ronaldo; while Mane continues to find his rhythm, Ronaldo's recent form raises questions about his effectiveness in the current campaign.
As Al Nassr look ahead to future fixtures, fans are beginning to ask questions about Ronaldo’s influence on the pitch, with the hope that he can rediscover his scoring touch.
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