Cristiano Ronaldo scored the opening goal for Al-Nassr, but his team suffered a 4-1 defeat to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup on Saturday. Despite Ronaldo’s first-half strike in the 44th minute, Al-Hilal staged a strong comeback in the second half, scoring four goals within 17 minutes. Aleksandar Mitrovic, former Newcastle and Fulham striker, led the charge for Al-Hilal with two goals, while Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Brazilian winger Malcom added to the tally.
Ronaldo, who joined Al-Nassr in December 2022 and set a league record with 35 goals last season, was left frustrated as Al-Hilal secured their second consecutive Super Cup victory. Mitrovic praised his team’s second-half performance, highlighting their calmness under pressure. With the Super Cup wrapped up, Al-Hilal will begin their Saudi Pro League title defense next Saturday against Al-Okhdood, while Al-Nassr faces Al-Raed two days earlier.
