Al Nassr 2-1 Al Taawoun: Five key takeaways from Saudi Pro League 2026-27 match
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Al Nassr win fourth game of the season.
Al Nassr secured another impressive victory, making it their fourth win of the new season. The hosts went behind in the game in just the 11th minute of the match. However, they managed to respond before the interval when Samu Costa equalised to send both teams into the break with a 1-1 scoreline in the first half.
With both sides searching for a win, it was Al Nassr who managed to find the winner, with the one and only Cristiano Ronaldo giving his side the lead in the game as they managed to secure a 2-1 win over Al Taawoun.
5 key takeaways from Saudi Pro League 2026-27 match
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5. Al Nassr remain top of the table
Al Nassr remain top of the table after winning their fourth straight game of the Saudi Pro League. The reigning champions have maintained a flawless start to the 2026–2027 season under manager Ange Postecoglou. With 12 points from their first four games, they lead second-place Al Hilal, who have played one less game in the season.
4. Al Taawoun remain winless into new season
For the new 2026–2027 Saudi Pro League season, Al-Taawoun FC are still without a league victory. After losing to Al-Nassr FC 2-1, their problems persisted. Even though they defeated Damac Club 3-0 in the King’s Cup round of 32, they haven’t won three points in any of their first four league games.
With just two points from their first games, Al-Taawoun are presently in fifteenth place in the league standings.
3. Ronaldo scores two goals in three league games
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored two goals in three league games during the 2026–2027 Saudi Pro League season. Ronaldo skipped the first match against Al-Fateh, despite Al-Nassr having played four games. The striker was not fit to start the opening game of the season.
However, he returned in the second game with a goal but couldn’t find the back of the net in the second half, and managed to record his second goal against Al Taawoun.
2. Al Nassr continue their winning streak
Al-Nassr beat Al-Taawoun FC 2-1 in their Saudi Pro League game, extending their winning streak to four games so far into the season. Bassam Mohammed Alhurayji scored for Al-Taawoun, while Samú Costa and Cristiano Ronaldo netted for Al-Nassr to give the home team a much-needed win this match.
Under the new manager, the team has performed perfectly as they continue their winning streak, but the last two matches have ended in narrow wins, which they will have to avoid to deliver a convincing performance.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo on the scoresheet
Al-Nassr’s comeback against Al-Taawoun was completed in the 50th minute when Cristiano Ronaldo scored with a well-timed run to complete a deft pull-back pass from Sadio Mané. Al-Nassr’s crucial comeback was completed with the goal. Al-Nassr led 2-1 after the goal was promptly confirmed and granted despite VAR’s brief review.
Where do Al Nassr stand on the table?
They are first on the table.
How many games have Al Nassr won so far?
They have won all their four games.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.