Fatigue Fails to Stall Al-Nassr’s Surge as They Clinch 2-0 Win Over Al-Hazm
25 October 2025
Fatigue Is Real, But Victory Speaks Louder
Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus admitted that fatigue has become a talking point after the team’s long journey from India, but stressed that winning remains the priority and the squad’s cohesion keeps them atop the table.
Hazm Coach Praises Effort, Regrets the Finishing Touch
Tunisian coach Jalal Qadri was pleased with his players’ display, noting they matched the leaders for long spells and only lacked a decisive final touch in front of goal.
On the Field: Goals, Records, and Big Names
Al-Nassr dominated the affair, sealing a 2-0 victory that underscored their control of the match. Joao Felix broke the deadlock in the 25th minute with a headed finish from a precise cross by Ayman Yahya, while Cristiano Ronaldo sealed the win late in the game with a fine strike in the 84th minute. Ronaldo’s goal marked his 950th across his professional career and brought his tally for Al-Nassr to 80, nudging him closer to the historic 81-goal mark held by Salem Al-Dawsari in the league’s all-time list.
The win also extended Al-Nassr’s perfect start to the season to six straight wins, matching their best-ever opening run in the Saudi Pro League, and left Hazm with five points in 14th place.
Joao Felix on Top and Ronaldo Firing in the Final Acts
Felix’s contribution helped him maintain the league's leading scorer status with nine goals from six rounds, thanks to a brace of standout finishes in this match and earlier showings. Ronaldo, meanwhile, remains among the scorers’ list, ranking fourth with five goals, level with opponents Marcus Leonardo, as teams tighten up around the table. The duo’s chemistry continued to illuminate Al-Nassr’s attack as they seek to sustain pressure on the chasing pack.
As for the rest of the campaign, Al-Nassr’s squad depth and the ongoing competition in the Saudi Pro League suggest the season could be the tightest in years, with every game carrying significant weight in the title race.
In the broader context, the match highlighted how the league’s quality has grown, with coaches and players—from both sides—emphasizing improved tactics, fresher pitches, and deeper rosters that raise the bar each week.
Winding down, the coaches reflected on the balance between rest and rhythm, with Jesus noting the importance of sustaining momentum while managing workloads. Qadri, for his part, reiterated that his team’s fighting spirit must translate into more clinical finishing in forthcoming fixtures.
Final Words and Forward Look
Al-Nassr’s six-game winning streak remains the story, as Felix’s and Ronaldo’s performances continue to attract attention across the Saudi Pro League. Hazm will be eager to rebound, knowing their level is closer to the leaders than the table might suggest in moments of clinical precision.
Punchline time: If fatigue keeps turning up, at least it’s consistent—like a sniper who never misses a press conference. And remember, in football as in life, if you can’t outrun the opponent, outscore them—though ideally, you should do both, for dramatic effect. One-liner extra: the only thing sharper than Ronaldo’s touch tonight was the cutlery in the reporters’ room after the post-match meal.”
