First, Ronaldo capitalized on a clinical counterattack led by Joao Felix. Just as Felix seemed poised to pull the trigger, he slipped a pass to an unmarked Ronaldo in the box, who slotted home his first of the night and career goal No. 983.

Ronaldo struck again shortly after, exploiting a lapse in Al-Kholood’s marking. Anticipating Felix’s pinpoint cross, he rose to meet the delivery with a thumping header into the back of the net, pushing Al Nassr‘s tally to four while logging the 984th goal of his career.

He completed the hat trick after Sadio Mane was denied his own brace by Al-Kholood’s goalkeeper. Mane pounced on the rebound, spotted a wide-open Ronaldo waiting in the penalty area, and squared the ball to the Portuguese star, who tapped in career goal No. 985.

Cristiano nearly added two more to his tally

The Portuguese star set an aggressive tone from the opening whistle, relentlessly hunting for opportunities. His first prime scoring chance arrived after Al Nassr forced a turnover high up the pitch as Al-Kholood attempted to play out from the back, but Ronaldo was flagged for offside before he could get a legitimate finish on the board.

In a nearly identical sequence with the match knotted at 1-1, Ronaldo collected possession and uncorked a stunning long-range strike into the back of the net, only for the assistant referee’s raised flag to wipe away the wonder-strike for offside once again.

More than two years had passed since Ronaldo last bagged a Saudi Pro League hat trick—and fittingly, that previous treble came against this very same club. Now, there is expectation as Ronaldo is just 15 goals to reach 1,000 career goals.

Key takeaways

• Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick to reach 985 career goals for Al Nassr.
• Ronaldo had two goals disallowed for offside against Al-Kholood.
• The Portuguese star is 15 goals away from reaching 1,000 career goals.

How to watch Al Nassr vs Al Kholood in the USA

In the United States, the game is listed on FOX Deportes and FOX Soccer Plus, giving fans Spanish-language and soccer-focused television coverage.

Fans who prefer streaming can check Fubo, which lists Fox Deportes and Fox Soccer Plus among its available channels, and Fox One.

Can I watch Al Nassr vs Al Kholood for free?

Yes, fans in the United States may be able to watch Al Nassr vs Al Kholood for free through Fubo‘s five-day free trial.

Match Preview: What’s at stake?

Al Nassr enter the October 29 matchup looking to maintain their momentum in the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League title race. Ange Postecoglou‘s team have collected 25 points from their first 10 league matches, placing them second in the standings, two points behind leaders Al Hilal. A victory against Al Kholood would give them an opportunity to keep the pressure on the league leaders.

Cristiano Ronaldo remains one of the key figures to watch for the hosts, alongside Sadio Mane and Joao Felix. Al Nassr have won four consecutive matches across all competitions ahead of this fixture, including a 3-1 victory over Al Faisaly in their most recent game. Their attacking depth and home advantage make them strong contenders to secure another three points.

Al Kholood face a considerably tougher challenge. Des Buckingham‘s team sit ninth with 12 points and have struggled defensively, conceding 13 goals across their previous four league defeats. They also entered the match without an away win in their first five league trips of the season, making a positive result in Riyadh particularly important for their campaign.

The head-to-head record also favors Al Nassr. The Riyadh club have won three and drawn one of their previous four meetings with Al Kholood. The visitors will need a much-improved defensive performance to disrupt that trend and take points away from one of the league’s leading sides.

Al Nassr vs Al Kholood: Predicted Lineups

Al Nassr (4-4-2): Bento; Awad Aman, Inigo Martinez, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Nawaf Boushal; Sadio Mane, Abdullah Al-Khaibari, Samu Costa, Joao Felix; Cristiano Ronaldo, Abdullah Al-Hamdan.

Al Kholood (4-3-3): Hamed Al-Shanqiti; Sultan Al-Shehri, Shaquille Pinas, Mohamed Camara, Rayan Solan; Guga, John Buckley, Iker Kortajarena; Bassem Srarfi, Julien Domingues, Yassine Bahassa.

What time is the Al Nassr vs Al Kholood match?

Al Nassr vs Al Kholood kicks off on Thursday, October 29, at 2:00 PM ET in the United States. The Saudi Pro League Matchday 12 fixture will be played at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh.

• Eastern Time (ET): 2:00 PM
• Central Time (CT): 1:00 PM
• Mountain Time (MT): 12:00 PM
• Pacific Time (PT): 11:00 AM

Following a VAR review, officials drew the offside lines to confirm Cristiano was onside, allowing his goal to stand. The strike marked Ronaldo’s fifth Saudi Pro League goal of the season for Al Nassr, leaving him just three behind league leader Ivan Toney.

Just one minute after netting his 982nd career goal, Ronaldo appeared to score his 983rd, only for the play to be waived off due to a teammate being caught offside. The Portuguese superstar had also come close to opening his account in the first half, when a sharp attempt clanged off the post.

With the victory, Al Nassr drew level atop the Saudi Pro League standings with Al-Qadisiyah at 25 points, taking the top spot via goal differential. The club’s surge comes as Ronaldo continues to lead the fan voting for France Football’s “Best of All Time” honor.

A tumultuous start to the season for Cristiano

It has been a rocky opening stretch for Ronaldo, who is working to find his form and deliver in key moments. Following a frustrating 2026 World Cup campaign with Portugal and a snub from this year’s Ballon d’Or shortlist, Ronaldo kicked off his Al Nassr campaign with goals in back-to-back games before cooling off during a difficult September.

He managed just a single goal against Abha Club during that span, compounded by a grueling international break with Portugal. Despite those early stumbles, Ronaldo is regaining his scoring touch as he aims to propel Al-Nassr toward another trophy this season.

Key takeaways

• Cristiano Ronaldo scored his fifth Saudi Pro League goal after a VAR offside review.
• Ronaldo hit the post in the first half and had a 983rd career goal disallowed.
• Al-Nassr reached 25 points to take top spot in the league on goal differential.

How to watch Al Faisaly vs Al Nassr in the USA

Al Faisaly vs Al Nassr will be available in the United States through FOX Sports 2 and FOX Deportes, with streaming options also available through Fubo and FOX One.

Can I watch Al Faisaly vs Al Nassr for free?

Eligible new Fubo customers may be able to watch Al Faisaly vs Al Nassr through a 5-day free trial. The platform’s match page specifically lists the fixture and displays a “Try for free” offer.

Match Preview: What’s at stake?

Al Nassr arrive at Matchday 11 near the top of the Saudi Pro League standings. The club is currently third, behind Al Qadsiah and Al Hilal, and has built a strong record during the opening part of the 2026-27 campaign. The Saudi Pro League’s official team page lists Al Nassr in third place, while the latest match listings have them on 19 points after eight matches.

Al Faisaly have a much tougher position in the table. The hosts are sitting 15th, with their early-season record leaving them looking up the standings rather than competing at the top. The matchup also gives Al Nassr another opportunity to keep pressure on the teams above them.

The visitors have already shown their attacking potential this season, while Cristiano Ronaldo remains the headline figure in a squad that also includes Joao Felix, Sadio Mane and other high-profile names. Al Faisaly, meanwhile, will have home-field advantage at the 7,000-capacity Al Majma’ah Sports City Stadium.

Al Faisaly vs Al Nassr: Predicted Lineups

Al Faisaly (4-3-3): Fernando Pacheco; Mohanad Al Shanqiti, Moustapha Seck, Abdullah Subayt, Yassin Barnawi; Jaime Seoane, Andrei Girotto, Flavio; Abdullah Almogren, Alexandre Mendy, Abdulaziz Al Bishi.

Al Nassr (4-4-2): Bento; Ayman Yahya, Inigo Martinez, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Nawaf Boushal; Sadio Mane, Angelo, Abdullah Alkhaibari, Sergio Costa; Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix.

What time is the Al Faisaly vs Al Nassr match?

The match kicks off on Friday, October 23, at 9:30 AM ET. For viewers in different regions of the United States, here are the local start times:

• Eastern Time: 9:30 AM
• Central Time: 8:30 AM
• Mountain Time: 7:30 AM
• Pacific Time: 6:30 AM

How to Watch Al Nassr vs NEOM in the USA

Al Nassr host NEOM on Tuesday, October 20. Fans in the United States can watch the game live on FOX Deportes, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX One, with streaming access also available through Fubo.

Can I Watch Al Nassr vs NEOM for Free?

Yes, eligible viewers can watch Al Nassr vs NEOM through Fubo‘s 5-day free trial. The platform’s official match page lists the game on FOX Deportes and currently displays a “Try for free” option.

Match Preview: What’s at Stake?

Al Nassr enter Matchweek 10 in third place with 19 points from eight games, having won six, drawn one and lost one. Ange Postecoglou‘s side is also on a two-game winning streak in the Saudi Pro League, most recently beating Diriyah 3-0. The defending champions will be looking for another three points at home as they attempt to stay close to the teams above them in the title race.

Cristiano Ronaldo remains the headline figure for Al Nassr. The Portuguese forward has scored four goals in seven league appearances this season, and he arrives at this match having scored in each of the club’s last two games across competitions. He also scored in Al Nassr’s 3-1 AFC Champions League Elite victory over Neftchi on October 12.

NEOM have made an impressive start to their first Saudi Pro League campaign and currently sit among the upper positions in the standings. Christophe Galtier‘s team has 16 points from nine matches, although it enters this fixture after a 1-0 defeat against Al-Ettifaq. Alexandre Lacazette is one of the visitors’ biggest threats, with six goal contributions in his first eight league appearances this season.

Al Nassr vs NEOM: Predicted Lineups

Al-Nassr (4-4-2): Bento; Awad Aman, Inigo Martinez, Mohamed Simakan, Nawaf Boushal; Sadio Mane, Abdullah Al-Khaibari, Samu Costa, Kingsley Coman; Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix.

NEOM SC (4-4-2): Marcin Bulka; Islam Hawsawi, Nathan Zeze, Alpha Sarr, Khamis Al-Dawsari; Mohannad Abu Taha, Valentin Vada, Abdulmalik Al-Oyayari, Giorgos Masouras; Said Benrahma, Alexandre Lacazette.

What Time Is the Al Nassr vs NEOM Match?

Al Nassr vs NEOM kicks off on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET in the United States. The Saudi Pro League Matchweek 10 fixture will be played at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh.

• Eastern Time (ET): 2:00 PM
• Central Time (CT): 1:00 PM
• Mountain Time (MT): 12:00 PM
• Pacific Time (PT): 11:00 AM

How to watch Al Nassr vs Diriyah in the USA

In the United States, viewers can watch the game on FOX Deportes and FOX Soccer Plus, with streaming options available through Fubo and FOX One.

Can I watch Al Nassr vs Diriyah for free?

Yes, eligible new subscribers may be able to watch Al Nassr vs Diriyah through a 5-day free trial of Fubo. The service carries the Saudi Pro League through its soccer channel offerings, including FOX Soccer Plus.

Match Preview: What’s at stake?

Al Nassr enter Matchday 8 looking to close the gap on the top of the Saudi Pro League standings. Ange Postecoglou‘s team sit third with 16 points from seven matches, two behind leaders Al Hilal. After drawing 1-1 against Al Khaleej in their most recent league outing, Al Nassr need a victory to keep pace in the title race and build momentum at home.

Diriyah, meanwhile, have collected 11 points from their first seven matches and occupy eighth place in their first Saudi Pro League campaign after promotion. Bruno Lage‘s side have shown they can compete at this level, but a positive result against one of the league’s strongest clubs would be a significant statement. With five points separating the teams, Diriyah have an opportunity to move closer to the top end of the table.

Al Nassr vs Diriyah: Predicted Lineups

Al Nassr (4-4-2): Bento; Saad Al Nasser, Abdulelah Al Amri, Inigo Martinez, Nawaf Boushal; Sadio Mane, Abdullah Al Khaibari, Samu Costa, Angelo Gabriel; Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix.

Diriyah (4-3-3): Nikola Vasilj; Hussain Alsebyani, Berat Djimsiti, Chancel Mbemba, Abdulaziz Al Faraj; Enzo Millot, Idrissa Gueye, Abdulelah Al Malki; Adil Boulbina, Darwin Nunez, Clayton Diandy.

What time is the Al Nassr vs Diriyah match?

Al Nassr vs Diriyah kicks off on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The match is part of Matchday 8 of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season.

• Eastern Time (ET): 2:00 PM
• Central Time (CT): 1:00 PM
• Mountain Time (MT): 12:00 PM
• Pacific Time (PT): 11:00 AM

Ruben Neves was taunted by fans as they chanted the name of his late friend Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car accident. Neves’ Al Hilal were playing away at Al Taawoun. Neves reprehended the actions and said “I just hope they don’t go to pray later after what they did.”

Cristiano Ronaldo also voiced his disgust with the fans’ actions on social media. CR7 said, “The league must take action and punish this kind of fan behavior, this is no longer football, and there have to be limits. People who behave like this should never be allowed to enter a stadium again.”

Saudi Pro League should take action

One thing is mocking a player, another one entirely is to taunt one by chanting the name of a friend who passed away in tragic fashion. As Ronaldo said, that is no longer a soccer fan behavior.

The Saudi Pro League hasn’t issued any statement as of yet, but those actions have caused outrage around the world. When a voice like Cristiano’s ask for such a vehement punishment, the league risks another strike if the higher ups don’t take actions into the matter.

Neves and Jota were very close

Neves and Jota were actually best friends. In fact, after Jota’s accident, Neves got a tattoo of both him and Jota embracing in his calf. There were very close. Hence, it was a huge low blow to make those chants.

How to watch Al Khaleej vs Al Nassr in the USA

Al Khaleej vs Al Nassr will be available to watch in the United States on FOX Soccer Plus, with the match also available to stream through Fubo and FOX One.

Can I watch Al Khaleej vs Al Nassr for free?

Fubo currently offers a 5-day free trial on its listed plans, and the service is carrying Al Khaleej vs Al Nassr live on FOX Soccer Plus. The platform’s current U.S. plan information indicates that its featured plans offer five-day trials.

Match Preview: What’s at stake?

Al Nassr head into the trip to Al Khaleej with a chance to keep themselves firmly in the Saudi Pro League title race. The visitors have 15 points from six matches, with five wins and one defeat, while Al Khaleej sit 13th with four points after four draws and two losses.

The contrast is even clearer in attack: Al Nassr have scored 15 goals, compared with only two for Al Khaleej, while the hosts have already conceded nine.

For Al Nassr, the immediate objective is to respond after their first league defeat of the campaign. They lost 2-1 away to Al Ittihad on September 5, ending a seven-match unbeaten run in league play, but remain within reach of the top of the table.

Cristiano Ronaldo‘s side therefore cannot afford another slip if it wants to stay in contention at the top, particularly with Al Hilal also making a strong start to the season.

Al Khaleej have a very different challenge. The hosts are still searching for their first league victory of the 2026-27 season and have scored just twice in six games. Their latest result was a 0-0 draw against Al Riyadh on September 7, meaning another point would extend their unbeaten streak to four matches but would not solve their biggest problem: converting solid defensive performances into wins.

Al Khaleej vs Al Nassr: Predicted Lineups

Al Khaleej (4-4-2): Anthony Moris; Pedro Rebocho, Kiki Kouyate, Mohammed Al-Khubrani, Saeed Al-Hamsl; Majed Kanabah, Miguel Crespo, Omar Mascarell, Fortounis; Thamer Al-Khaibri, Angelo Fulgini.

Al Nassr (4-4-2): Bento; Saad Al-Nasser, Inigo Martinez, Mohamed Simakan, Nawaf Boushal; Sadio Mane, Otavio, Abdullah Al-Khaibari, Angelo; Cristiano Ronaldo, Abdullah Al-Hamdan.

What time is the Al Khaleej vs Al Nassr match?

Al Khaleej vs Al Nassr kicks off on Saturday, September 12, at 2:00 PM ET. The Saudi Pro League fixture is scheduled for 9:00 PM local time in Saudi Arabia, equivalent to 6:00 PM UTC. U.S. viewers can find the local start times below.

• Eastern Time: 2:00 PM
• Central Time: 1:00 PM
• Mountain Time: 12:00 PM
• Pacific Time: 11:00 AM

With the goal, Cristiano moves a bit closer on the goalscoring table, but he faces a competitor who is well ahead of the field in Ivan Toney, who already has eight goals in the Saudi Pro League in just six matches.

CR7 has work to do if he wants to contend for the league’s top scorer title, but his capabilities are well known, especially with the season just getting underway. However, time will tell how things progress, particularly with the now-41-year-old forward as age begins to factor in.

How many career goals does CR7 have and how close is he to 1,000?

With his latest strike against Abha in domestic play, fans ask a major question: how many goals does Cristiano Ronaldo have? The Portuguese forward’s official career tally reached 979 goals, an extraordinary record spanning his time with various clubs and the Portugal national team.

Analyzing CR7’s current numbers, the path to the landmark milestone is closer than ever: the striker sits just 21 goals away from reaching the golden 1,000-goal mark; meanwhile, he was snubbed from the Ballon D’Or list.

If he maintains his recent scoring pace for Al-Nassr, the historic milestone appears to be only a matter of time for world soccer’s all-time leading goalscorer.

What’s next for Al-Nassr and Ronaldo?

Al-Nassr will look to chase success this season with Ballon d’Or nominee Sadio Mane and a still-vital Ronaldo. The next step for the club is a Saudi Pro League matchup against Al-Khaleej on Saturday, Sept. 12, followed by the start of their AFC Champions League campaign against Al Ain on Tuesday, Sept. 15.

How to watch Al Nassr vs Abha in the USA

Al Nassr vs. Abha will be available to watch live in the United States on FOX Sports 2 (FS2) and FOX Deportes. The match is also scheduled to stream through Fubo and FOX One.

Can I watch Al Nassr vs Abha for free?

Fubo offers a 5-day free trial option for viewers who are eligible for one, and its official match listing currently promotes Al Nassr vs. Abha with a “Try for free” option.

Match Preview: What’s at stake?

Al Nassr enter Matchday 6 looking to immediately bounce back from their first Saudi Pro League defeat of the season. Ange Postecoglou‘s team lost 2-1 away to Al-Ittihad on September 5, a result that ended its perfect start and allowed Al Hilal to move into sole possession of first place.

Despite the setback, Al Nassr remain second with 12 points from five matches, having won four games. That makes the meeting with Abha particularly important for the defending champions.

A victory would put Al Nassr back on track in the title race and maintain pressure on Al Hilal, while another dropped result could allow the leaders to create more separation early in the campaign.

Cristiano Ronaldo remains the headline figure for Postecoglou’s side, with the Portuguese forward coming off a full 90-minute appearance against Al-Ittihad.

Abha arrive in a very different situation. The newly promoted side has collected only one point from its first five league games and sits at the bottom of the table without a victory. Its latest outing ended in a 1-0 home defeat against Al-Ettifaq, leaving Damir Buric‘s team in urgent need of points.

Al Nassr vs Abha: Predicted Lineups

Al Nassr (4-4-1-1): Nawaf Al-Aqeedi; Salem Al-Najdi, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Mohamed Simakan, Nawaf Boushal; Sadio Mane, Angelo Gabriel, Samu Costa, Kingsley Coman; Joao Felix; Cristiano Ronaldo.

Abha (4-5-1): Donovan Leon; Safwan Al-Juhani, Abdulbasit Hindi, Jurien Gaari, Mohammed Al-Zaid; Keshim Al-Qahtani, Firas Al-Ghamdi, Abdullah Al-Fahad, Nabil Fekir, Alimani Gory; Michy Batshuayi.

What time is the Al Nassr vs Abha match?

The Al Nassr vs. Abha match kicks off on Wednesday, September 9, at 2:00 PM ET. The Saudi Pro League fixture is scheduled for 9:00 PM local time in Saudi Arabia at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh.

• Eastern Time: 2:00 PM
• Central Time: 1:00 PM
• Mountain Time: 12:00 PM
• Pacific Time: 11:00 AM

How to watch Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr in the USA

Al Ittihad vs. Al Nassr will be available in the United States on FOX Soccer Plus. The game can also be streamed through Fubo and FOX One.

Can I watch Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr for free?

Eligible viewers can watch Al Ittihad vs. Al Nassr for free through Fubo‘s 5-day free trial. The matchup will be available on the platform in the United States, with the streaming service carrying FOX Soccer Plus, the channel showing the game.

Match Preview: What’s at stake?

This is already shaping up as one of the biggest games of Matchweek 5. Al Nassr are the only team in the Saudi Pro League with a perfect record after four matches, collecting 12 points from 12 and scoring 12 goals. Al Ittihad are also unbeaten, but their two wins and two draws have left them on eight points, four behind their visitors.

The contrast in form is striking. Al Nassr opened the campaign with a 3-0 victory over Al Fateh, followed it with a 4-0 win at Al Riyadh, beat Al Ettifaq 3-2 and then edged Al Taawoun 2-1. Ange Postecoglou‘s team have scored in every league game and arrive in Jeddah with the chance to extend their perfect start to five victories.

Al Ittihad have taken a more measured route to their eight points. Jens Wissing‘s team began with a 1-1 draw against Al Kholood, defeated Al Qadsiah 1-0, beat Al Hazem 3-2 and then drew 0-0 away at Al Fateh. They have conceded only three goals in four league matches, giving them the defensive platform needed to challenge Al Nassr’s explosive attack.

Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr: Predicted Lineups

Al Ittihad (4-4-2): Predrag Rajkovic; Ahmed Al-Julaydan, Danilo Pereira, Hassan Kadesh, Faris Abdi; Houssem Aouar, Mamadou Lopy, Mukhtar Ali, Steven Bergwijn; Marwan Al-Sahafi, Youssef En-Nesyri.

Al Nassr (4-4-2): Nawaf Al-Aqeedi; Nawaf Boushal, Mohamed Simakan, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Salem Al-Najdi; Kingsley Coman, Angelo Gabriel, Samu Costa, Sadio Mane; Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix.

What time is the Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr match?

The Al Ittihad vs. Al Nassr match kicks off Saturday, September 5, at 2:00 PM ET in the United States. The Saudi Pro League and Al Ittihad’s official schedule list the game for 9:00 PM Saudi time at Alinma Bank Stadium in Jeddah.

• Eastern Time: 2:00 PM
• Central Time: 1:00 PM
• Mountain Time: 12:00 PM
• Pacific Time: 11:00 AM