Al Nassr are building momentum in the Saudi Pro League title race, sitting second with 25 points from 10 games after a comfortable 3-1 away win over Al-Faisaly in matchday 11. The victory extended their run to four consecutive wins following a difficult period, and keeps them level on points with third-placed Al Qadsiah, one point behind leaders Al Hilal.

The win was not without its talking points. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his fifth league goal of the season, but the strike immediately sparked debate over whether it should have been awarded to him or recorded as an own goal. The controversy drew widespread attention, and referee and official bodies were called upon to clarify the decision. Ronaldo, who turned 41 this year, is now on 982 career goals across all competitions and is targeting the historic 1,000-goal milestone, which analysts project he could reach by April 2027.

Off the pitch, Al Nassr face a separate frustration. The Asian Football Confederation postponed their Asian Champions League Elite fixture against UAE side Al Wasl, originally scheduled for Monday, citing logistical difficulties preventing the visiting delegation from travelling to Riyadh. The Saudi Football Federation issued a statement confirming Al Nassr had completed all necessary arrangements to host the match, and the club is now exploring its options regarding the postponement decision.

Next up for Al Nassr is a home fixture against Al Kholood on October 29 at Al-Awwal Park, a match they will be expected to win as they push to close the gap on Al Hilal.