In one of the most unexpected twists of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League season, Al-Nassr suffered a shock 3–2 defeat away to Al-Ahli on Friday, a result that could seriously impact their title ambitions.
Al-Ahli erupted into life in Jeddah, with Ivan Toney grabbing a brace — scoring in the 7th and 20th minutes — before providing the decisive assist to Merih Demiral, whose second-half header settled the game.
Although defender Abdulelah Al-Amri pulled Al-Nassr back to 2–2 before halftime, the hosts regained the lead and held firm to claim all three points in a thrilling contest.
Ronaldo’s Quiet Evening — and the Miss That Shocked Fans
Despite the drama of the encounter, Cristiano Ronaldo’s night was unusually muted. The Portuguese superstar — who has been one of the league’s most consistent threats — created a golden opportunity late in the match but failed to convert a seemingly straightforward one-on-one chance against the goalkeeper. While many social posts sensationalised the moment as “one of the strangest misses ever,” mainstream match reports do not describe the miss as a defining event of the game — instead emphasizing Al-Ahli’s quality finishing and tactical discipline.
This rare waste of a clear chance drew visible frustration from Ronaldo and caught the attention of fans and pundits alike. While isolated clips have circulated online with dramatic commentary, verified news reports focus more on the final result and its implications than on any single error.
