Al-Nassr vs Ettifaq

CRISTIANO RONALDO is all set to make his official debut in Saudi top-flight football - and a win could fire Al Nassr to the top of the table TODAY.Ron.

But here he is this afternoon aiming to fire new club Al Nassr to the top of the Saudi Por League - with victory over mid-table Ettifaq. Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr take on Ettifaq at 5.30 UK time - 8.30pm in Saudi Arabia. CRISTIANO RONALDO is all set to make his official debut in Saudi top-flight football - and a win could fire Al Nassr to the top of the table TODAY. Al Nassr are revelling in the attention of Ronaldo's imminent debut. - Unfortunately, Al Nassr's crucial match against Ettifaq will NOT be broadcast live on TV in the UK. Al Nassr vs Ettifaq LIVE: All eyes on Cristiano Ronaldo as he makes his official debut in Saudi’s top division – updates

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to turn out for Al-Nassr for the first time after signing his eye-watering contract with the Saudi giants following his exit from ...

The Ettifaq defender had two arms around Ronaldo as he attempted to go up for a header. And he has got a case to be fair. Moments ago there was a particular errant pass in his direction, but rather than criticise, he clapped the efforts. Been a while since I've seen Ronaldo burn opponents on the counter but he did so there. He missed the volley and gave away a free-kick, but still....looked quite good. He fired a thunderous shot towards the bottom corner which was saved well Quick, skilful and just played a beautiful through ball for Ghareeb Just had an ambitious shot from distance which has gone behind for a corner,. The three points came courtesy of a first-half header from Anderson Talisca - who was the star of the show throughout the clash. He's gone round and greeted all of his team-mates after the final whistle. Ettifaq are knocking on the door here. But rather than berate his team-mate he turns and encourages.

Where to watch Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr debut against Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League, including team news and kick-off time.

Al-Ghamdi, Sliti, A. Al-Ghamdi, A. They will look to former Flamengo winger Vitinho for inspiration on the flank. Al-Ghamdi, F. Vincent Aboubakar, meanwhile, has departed the squad to make way for Ronaldo. The former Manchester United star introduced himself to Saudi fans as part of the [Riyadh All-Star XI in a friendly against Paris Saint-Germain](https://www.goal.com/en/lists/messi-hug-brace-breaking-down-cristiano-ronaldo-debut-saudi-arabia-all-star-friendly-vs-psg/blt2fe457239b451566) three days earlier and is now in line for his first competitive appearance.

Following his high profile move to Saudi Arabia at the end of 2022, the Mrsool Park faithful finally get to see Cristiano Ronaldo make his Al Nassr debut.

As the 2022/23 Roshn Saudi League heads towards the halfway mark of the season, Al Nassr are well positioned to make an assault for the league title, as they trail Nuno Espirito Santo’s Al Ittihad by just one point, having played a game less than the Jeddah-based side. Cristiano’s deal with the Roshn Saudi League side runs for two and a half years through to June 2025, with the player set to earn a total salary of $231m per year once commercial agreements are also included. The Portuguese star has been unable to debut for his new team due to a FIFA ban after the player slapped a teenager’s phone in a moment of frustration last April at Old Trafford. Five in the Al Nassr wall as it's the Brazilian who strikes but that was poor. Patrice Careton names his side to face Al Nassr this evening with Velkovski and Mahnashi both ruled out through injury. The noise levels from the first half seem to abated with a more serene atmosphere now. Ettifaq win a dangerous free as Vitinho is upended. First corner of the night for Al Nassr as Ettifaq clear behind for yet another corner kick. Ettifaq somewhat goal shy and yet to really trouble Aqidi in the Al Nassr goal Al Nassr dominate the action as the Commanders look to strike with Vitinho and Quaison the outlets for Ettifaq. Al Nassr will look to the win though and the three points that sees them leapfrog back to the top of the Saudi Pro League table. With today's 1-0 win over Ettifaq, Al Nassr return to the top of the Roshn Saudi League as they leapfrog both Al Hilal and Al Ittihad.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia -- Cristiano Ronaldo's debut for Al Nassr ended in a 1-0 win over Ettifaq FC at Mrsool Park, although he couldn't mark his first ...

He added: "If you want to win the title, we need to win such games and fight. [who scored twice for a Saudi select team](/football/report/_/gameId/662861) in a friendly against [Paris Saint-Germain](/soccer/team?id=160) on Thursday, was named captain in his first domestic game but didn't manage a shot on target. [Cristiano Ronaldo](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/22774/Cristiano-Ronaldo)'s debut for Al Nassr ended in a 1-0 win over Ettifaq FC at Mrsool Park, although he couldn't mark his first official appearance on the Saudi Arabian club with a goal.

The Portuguese superstar didn't score but there were promising signs for Al Nassr, who are eyeing domestic and continental silverware after the 37-year-old ...

In Qatar last year, he became the first man to score at five World Cups. A swing and a miss at a bicycle kick showed Ronaldo was warming to his task, and he then attempted a shot from a nearly impossible angle after a dribble into the box. Cristiano Ronaldo made a winning start to life in the Saudi Pro League as he led Al Nassr to a 1-0 victory over Ettifaq in his first match since becoming the best paid footballer in history.

Where to watch Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr debut against Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League, including team news and kick-off time.

Al-Ghamdi, Sliti, A. Al-Ghamdi, A. They will look to former Flamengo winger Vitinho for inspiration on the flank. Al-Ghamdi, F. Vincent Aboubakar, meanwhile, has departed the squad to make way for Ronaldo. The former Manchester United star introduced himself to Saudi fans as part of the [Riyadh All-Star XI in a friendly against Paris Saint-Germain](https://www.goal.com/en/lists/messi-hug-brace-breaking-down-cristiano-ronaldo-debut-saudi-arabia-all-star-friendly-vs-psg/blt2fe457239b451566) three days earlier and is now in line for his first competitive appearance.

Where to watch Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr debut against Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League, including team news and kick-off time.

Al-Ghamdi, Sliti, A. Al-Ghamdi, A. They will look to former Flamengo winger Vitinho for inspiration on the flank. Al-Ghamdi, F. Vincent Aboubakar, meanwhile, has departed the squad to make way for Ronaldo. The former Manchester United star introduced himself to Saudi fans as part of the [Riyadh All-Star XI in a friendly against Paris Saint-Germain](https://www.goal.com/en/lists/messi-hug-brace-breaking-down-cristiano-ronaldo-debut-saudi-arabia-all-star-friendly-vs-psg/blt2fe457239b451566) three days earlier and is now in line for his first competitive appearance.

Anderson Talisca earned Al Nassr a 1-0 home win over Al Ettifaq on Sunday, but the fans that turned up to Mrsool Park in droves to see Cristiano Ronaldo in ...

"If you want to win the title, we need to win such games and fight. Al Ettifaq are in 10th place. Register for free to Reuters and know the full story