September's Crown: Nassr's September Showdown with Jesus and Félix

September delivered a thunderous showcase for Al-Nassr, as they combined relentless attacking power with disciplined defense to emerge as the standout story in the Saudi Pro League.

Nassr Crown September

Al-Nassr played four matches in the opening stretch, three in September and one in late August, to begin the season with four games. They scored 14 goals and conceded just one, signaling all-around dominance.

The month opened with a five-goal demolition of Al-Taawoun, followed by a 2-0 win over Al-Kholoud, then a resounding 5-1 victory against Al-Riyadh, and finally a 2-0 triumph over Al-Ittihad. Those results left them atop the table with 12 points, three clear of their closest rivals, boasting the league’s best attack and the stingiest defense.

These performances suggested the “global star” label was living up to its billing as Nassr kicked off the season with impressive momentum.

Jorge Jesus: September’s Best Coach

The Portuguese tactician claimed the Coach of the Month award for September, his first with Nassr and a testament to the immediate impact of his methods. His arrival has translated into results and a new sense of purpose around the club.

Jesus now sits at nine Coach of the Month trophies in the Saudi top flight, having previously claimed eight with Al-Hilal across two spells. The September honor adds to a historic resume that places him among the competition’s most celebrated coaches.

His run includes a historic stretch of five consecutive months with the award in late 2023 to early 2024, underscoring his reputation as one of the league’s defining figures.

João Félix: Star of the Month

On the player side, João Félix continued his dazzling start with Nassr, earning the Player of the Month honor after a spell of decisive contributions. He starred against Al-Taawoun with a hat-trick and against Al-Riyadh with a brace and an assist, helping his team to vital victories.

Even in matches where he did not score, his influence was clear through intelligent movement and versatile attacking play. By the end of September, Félix topped the scoring charts with five goals, ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and Joshua King who were tied on four, signaling a potential breakthrough season alongside Nassr’s frontline.

The Félix-Ronaldo axis is shaping up into one of the league’s most potent duos, potentially driving Nassr toward the crown.

Rising Stars: Abbas Al-Hassan and Edward Mendy

Abbas Al-Hassan of Neom captured the Young Player of the Month award, marking his first major recognition. Although he did not score or assist in September’s games, his midfield presence and distribution drew praise over four appearances, including a strong showing against Al-Riyadh in a 3-2 victory.

Edward Mendy of Al-Ahli established himself as a top goalkeeper with four September appearances, conceding only three goals, including a dramatic 3-3 draw with Al-Hilal where all three goals came in one match. He recorded clean sheets in the other three games, reinforcing his status as a leading shot-stopper for the campaign.

The month’s results highlight Nassr’s dominance, but also hint at a more competitive scene as talents across clubs step forward to challenge the usual powers.

Beyond individual honors, the narrative remains clear: Nassr set the pace with a feared attack and a defense that rarely breaks the rhythm. The league audience is watching how these pieces fit with Jesus’ system as the season unfolds.

And yes, if you’re betting, timing matters—Nassr’s momentum could become a self-fulfilling prophecy. If this level holds, even the crossbar might applaud after every goal. The rest of us will settle for the highlights and the memes.

Punchline 1: If Nassr keep this up, the trophy cabinet will need a bigger door and a security system worthy of a state secret. Sniper-level finishing, folks.

Punchline 2: Félix scores with such precision that even the net misses him if it’s not prepared properly. In other words, the only thing sharper than his touch is the crowd’s laughter when the camera cuts to Ronaldo blinking in disbelief.