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Al-Ittihad defeats Al-Nassr 2-1 in Saudi Pro League match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 11:10 AM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Al-Ittihad defeats Al-Nassr 2-1 in Saudi Pro League match

Summary

Al-Nassr sustained its first loss of the season on Saturday after a 2-1 defeat to Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League. George Ilenikhena scored twice for Al-Ittihad, while Angelo Gabriel recorded the lone goal for Al-Nassr. The result marks the first loss for Al-Nassr under manager Ange Postecoglou, who had secured four consecutive league victories previously. Cristiano Ronaldo failed to register a goal or an assist during the match. Home supporters at the stadium directed chants toward Ronaldo, referencing Lionel Messi throughout the contest. Following the match, the official Al-Ittihad social media account directed criticism toward Ronaldo regarding his conduct during the game.

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By the Numbers

•Al-Ittihad defeated Al-Nassr 2-1 to hand the club its first league loss of the season.
•George Ilenikhena scored both goals for Al-Ittihad.
•Angelo Gabriel provided the only goal for Al-Nassr.
•Cristiano Ronaldo played the full match without recording a goal or assist.
•Al-Ittihad supporters chanted the name of Lionel Messi at Ronaldo throughout the game.

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11:10 AMYahoo Sports — Fans taunt Cristiano Ronaldo with Lionel Messi chants as Al-Nassr suffer first defeat this season

What they're saying

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Cristiano Ronaldo had a forgettable performance in Al-Nassr’s 2-1 defeat to Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Nassr had won all four league games under new manager Ange Postecoglou before losing to one of their title rivals.
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