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Al-Faisaly vs Al-Nassr ended with a convincing 3-1 victory for the visitors on Friday, 23 October 2026, as Al Nassr strengthened its position near the top of the Saudi Pro League. Abdullah Al Hamddan opened the scoring early before an own goal and a late strike from Ângelo secured all three points.
Al-Faisaly vs Al-Nassr: Explosive Start Sets the Tone
Al Nassr needed only four minutes to take control at Al Majma’ah Sports City Stadium. Abdullah Al Hamddan finished a move assisted by Sadio Mané, giving the visitors an early advantage and forcing Al Faisaly to chase the match.
The hosts responded with determined spells of possession but struggled to create clear opportunities. Al Nassr’s defensive shape, led by Iñigo Martínez and Abdulelah Al Amri, helped limit the threat from Alexandre Mendy and Abdullah Al Mogren.
The first half ended 1-0, with Al Nassr holding a narrow lead despite both teams sharing almost identical possession figures. Al Faisaly completed the opening period with attacking intent, but the visitors remained more clinical in front of goal.
Own Goal and Late Finish Seal Al Nassr Victory
The decisive moment arrived four minutes after the restart. Andrei Girotto accidentally turned the ball into his own net in the 49th minute, doubling Al Nassr’s advantage and putting Al Faisaly under serious pressure.
Al Faisaly refused to collapse. T. Bongonda, introduced in the 61st minute, pulled a goal back in the 66th minute after an assist from Mohammed Al Shanqiti. The goal briefly revived the home side and gave the contest a more open, unpredictable feel.
However, Al Nassr delivered the final blow in the 79th minute. Ângelo finished an attack assisted by Abdullah Al Hamddan, restoring the visitors’ two-goal lead and completing a 3-1 result.
Despite Al Faisaly’s effort, Al Nassr managed the closing stages effectively. The visitors finished with four shots on target compared with two for the hosts, while goalkeeper Bento made one save. Al Faisaly’s Pacheco was called into action twice.
Key Match Statistics
- Final score: Al Faisaly 1-3 Al Nassr
- Half-time score: Al Faisaly 0-1 Al Nassr
- Goals: T. Bongonda 66; Abdullah Al Hamddan 4, Andrei Girotto own goal 49, Ângelo 79
- Possession: Al Faisaly 49.9%, Al Nassr 50.1%
- Shots: Al Faisaly 12, Al Nassr 10
- Corners: Al Faisaly 4, Al Nassr 6
- Attendance: 6,473
Saudi Pro League Table Takes Shape
The result kept Al Nassr second in the Saudi Pro League table with 25 points from 10 matches. Al Hilal remained top with 27 points, while Al Qadsiah sat third on 25 points after 11 games.
Al Faisaly, meanwhile, remained 15th with seven points from 10 matches. The defeat leaves the club close to the relegation battle and under pressure to improve its results in the coming fixtures.
Al Nassr’s result also extended a strong run of league form. The club had already beaten NEOM, Neftchi and Diriyah Club in recent matches, although it had suffered a heavy AFC Champions League Elite defeat against Al Ain.
Ronaldo Captains Al Nassr in Important Win
Cristiano Ronaldo captained Al Nassr and led the attack, with João Félix and Sadio Mané supporting the forward line. Ronaldo did not appear on the scoresheet, but his presence remained a major focus throughout the match.
Manager Ange Postecoglou’s side showed patience after Al Faisaly reduced the deficit. Rather than allowing the hosts to build sustained pressure, Al Nassr regained control and found the decisive third goal through Ângelo.
For Al Faisaly manager Giovanni Solinas, the challenge now is to turn competitive performances into points. The home side matched Al Nassr for possession and created 12 shots, but its limited accuracy proved costly.
What Comes Next?
Al Nassr will aim to maintain its title challenge as the Saudi Pro League season develops, with the narrow gap separating the leading teams increasing the importance of every victory. Al Faisaly must respond quickly if it is to move away from the bottom end of the table.
The latest Al-Faisaly vs Al-Nassr meeting produced clear lessons for both clubs: Al Nassr’s finishing and game management made the difference, while Al Faisaly will need greater efficiency in the final third.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Al-Faisaly vs Al-Nassr score?
Al Nassr defeated Al Faisaly 3-1 in the Saudi Pro League on Friday, 23 October 2026.
Who scored for Al Nassr?
Abdullah Al Hamddan scored in the fourth minute, Andrei Girotto scored an own goal in the 49th minute, and Ângelo added the third in the 79th minute.
Who scored for Al Faisaly?
T. Bongonda scored Al Faisaly’s only goal in the 66th minute after coming on as a substitute.
Where did the match take place?
The match was played at Al Majma’ah Sports City Stadium, with an attendance of 6,473.
Where are the teams in the league table?
After the match, Al Nassr were second with 25 points, while Al Faisaly were 15th with seven points.
