Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli Saudi Super Cup Final: Score, Highlights, H2H, Ronaldo’s 100-goal record, and Key Takeaways

Updated On: September 27, 2025

Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli Saudi Super Cup Final: Score, Highlights, H2H, Ronaldo’s 100-goal record, and Key Takeaways

Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli today match Match Snapshot

Competition: Saudi Super Cup 2025 Final
Date: Saturday, 23 August 2025
Venue: Hong Kong Stadium
Kick-off (India): 5:30 PM IST
Full-time Score: Al-Nassr 2–2 Al-Ahli
Result: Al-Ahli won 5–3 on penalties
Notable Record: Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score 100 competitive goals for four different clubs, crossing 100 for Al-Nassr during this match

“Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score 100 competitive goals for four different clubs… but Al-Nassr lost to Al-Ahli in a penalty shootout after the Saudi Super Cup final ended 2-2.”

Today’s Match Context and Build-up

The final pitted Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr against Riyad Mahrez-led Al-Ahli, the reigning AFC Champions League holders. Al-Nassr arrived after defeating Al Ittihad 2-1 in the semi-final despite playing much of the game with 10 men due to Sadio Mané’s red card; as a result, Mané was suspended for the final. Al-Ahli cruised into the final with a 5-1 semi-final win over Al Qadsiah, powered by Mahrez’s two assists. The title decider kicked off at 5:30 PM IST for fans in India.

Historically, the fixture is finely balanced: in 72 meetings, Al-Ahli had 29 wins, Al-Nassr 28, and 15 ended level, though Al-Ahli had gone seven matches without beating Al-Nassr heading into this final. Al-Nassr previously lifted the Super Cup twice (2019, 2020), while Al-Ahli’s solitary title came in 2016.

Final Score and Key Events

Al-Nassr 2–2 Al-Ahli (Al-Ahli win 5–3 on penalties)
41’ Cristiano Ronaldo (PEN) — Al-Nassr 1–0 Al-Ahli
45+6’ Franck Kessié — Al-Ahli 1–1 Al-Nassr
82’ Marcelo Brozović — Al-Nassr 2–1 Al-Ahli
89’ Roger Ibañez — Al-Ahli 2–2 Al-Nassr
Penalties: Al-Ahli 5–3 Al-Nassr (Ronaldo scored; Abdullah Al-Khaibari miss proved costly)

SofaScore’s match log confirms the timing and scorers, including the penalty sequence and decisive miss that swung the shootout in Al-Ahli’s favor.

Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli Saudi Super Cup Final result

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Historic Milestone

Cristiano Ronaldo’s first-half penalty not only opened the scoring but sealed his 100th goal for Al-Nassr, making him the first player ever to score 100 competitive goals for four different clubs (Real Madrid 450, Manchester United 145, Juventus 101, Al-Nassr 100). He remains the leading international goalscorer for Portugal (138).

“The first half strike at Hong Kong Stadium took the 40-year-old to his century for the Saudi Arabian club… moving him ahead of Isidro Langara, Romario and Neymar, each of whom had 100+ for three clubs.”

Despite Ronaldo’s landmark and converting in the shootout, Al-Nassr fell short, leaving the first domestic trophy of the Saudi season in Al-Ahli’s hands.

Tactical Themes and Momentum Shifts

Mané’s absence: A significant attacking outlet was missing for Al-Nassr due to suspension from the semi-final red card, spotlighting Ronaldo and Brozović as key offensive contributors.
Midfield control: Kessié’s box-to-box influence paid off with a crucial first-half stoppage-time equalizer; Mahrez orchestrated phases as creator and shootout taker.
Late drama: Brozović’s 82’ strike seemed decisive before Ibañez leveled from a set-piece on 89’, pushing the tie to penalties under heavy pressure.
Penalty execution: Both teams converted confidently until Al-Nassr’s Al-Khaibari was denied; Al-Ahli closed it out 5–3.

SofaScore’s event-by-event ledger reflects fouls, substitutions, goals, and the complete shootout order, matching reports by ESPN, Al Jazeera, and FOX Sports/AP.

Head-to-Head and Historical Framing

All-time H2H (pre-final): Al-Ahli 29 wins, Al-Nassr 28, Draws 15
Recent trend (pre-final): Al-Ahli had not beaten Al-Nassr in seven straight meetings since 2020, a run that ended with this Super Cup triumph.
Super Cup pedigree: Al-Nassr (two titles: 2019, 2020), Al-Ahli (2016; and now 2025 via penalties).

Match Timing and Viewing Notes (India)

Kick-off: 5:30 PM IST, Saturday, 23 August 2025
Venue: Hong Kong Stadium — a marquee international stage selected for the Saudi Super Cup final event.

Olympics.com previewed the kickoff time for Indian viewers and framed the star power and H2H narrative leading into the match.

Player Spotlights

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr): Opened the scoring via penalty, reached 100 goals for Al-Nassr, and scored again in the shootout. A record-setting night, albeit without the trophy.
Franck Kessié (Al-Ahli): Timed his late first-half equalizer, kept Al-Ahli competitive in key moments, and converted in the shootout.
Marcelo Brozović (Al-Nassr): Scored what looked like the winner at 82’ before the late equalizer; converted in the shootout.
Roger Ibañez (Al-Ahli): Clutched a late header on 89’ to force penalties; high-impact defensive and set-piece presence.
Riyad Mahrez (Al-Ahli): Central to Al-Ahli’s attacking orchestration across the semifinal and final; scored in the shootout.

SofaScore lists the shootout takers (including I. Toney, F. Kessié, R. Mahrez, F. Al-Buraikan, W. Galeno for Al-Ahli; C. Ronaldo, M. Brozović, J. Félix, A. Al-Khaibari for Al-Nassr), aligning with broadcast and press reports.

What This Result Means

For Al-Ahli: Lifts the first trophy of the Saudi season and breaks a multi-game winless streak against Al-Nassr, bolstering momentum ahead of league and continental campaigns.
For Al-Nassr: Encouraging attacking output despite missing Mané, but defensive set-piece frailties and shootout execution cost the cup; Ronaldo’s record is a historic endorsement of his continued impact.

Match Recap and Highlights

Live event pages and highlight compilations around the Saudi Super Cup final spotlight Ronaldo’s record and the dramatic penalty finish. Several sports outlets and channels carried match reaction segments and fan-cam highlight packages around the final.

Note: Specific broadcast highlight URLs are not provided within the cited sources; match details and key moments are verifiable via ESPN, FOX Sports/AP, Al Jazeera, Olympics.com preview, and SofaScore’s match log.

Milestone and Outcome

Ronaldo reached 100 competitive goals for Al-Nassr at Hong Kong Stadium, becoming the first player to hit a century for four clubs, but Al-Ahli took the Saudi Super Cup 5–3 on penalties after a 2–2 draw.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What was the final score of Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli today?
Al-Nassr 2–2 Al-Ahli (Al-Ahli won 5–3 on penalties).
Who scored the goals in regular time?
Ronaldo (PEN 41’) and Brozović (82’) for Al-Nassr; Kessié (45+6’) and Ibañez (89’) for Al-Ahli.
Who won the Saudi Super Cup 2025 final?
Al-Ahli, via a 5–3 penalty shootout.
Did Cristiano Ronaldo set a record in this match?
Yes. He became the first player to score 100 competitive goals for four clubs, reaching 100 for Al-Nassr.
Where and when was the match played?
Hong Kong Stadium, on Saturday, 23 August 2025. Kick-off at 5:30 PM IST.
Why didn’t Sadio Mané play for Al-Nassr?
He was suspended after a red card in the semi-final win over Al Ittihad.
Who took the penalties in the shootout?
Al-Ahli: Ivan Toney, Franck Kessié, Riyad Mahrez, Firas Al-Buraikan, Wenderson Galeno. Al-Nassr: Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcelo Brozović, João Félix, Abdullah Al-Khaibari (miss).

Key Data Points at a Glance

Competition: Saudi Super Cup Final (12th edition)
Result: Al-Ahli champions (5–3 pens after 2–2)
Ronaldo Record: 100 goals for four clubs; 100 for Al-Nassr achieved in this match
India Kick-off: 5:30 PM IST
H2H Context: Pre-final edge to Al-Ahli historically; recent form favored Al-Nassr until today’s shootout

Editorial Take

Both teams validated their star power under pressure. Al-Nassr, shorn of Mané, still crafted high expected-impact moments through Ronaldo’s penalty area gravity and Brozović’s late strike. Al-Ahli showcased resilience and set-piece timing—Kessié’s relentless engine and Ibañez’s aerial threat epitomized the squad’s balance. Mahrez’s composure threaded through key phases and the shootout. Ultimately, the margins hinged on one miss from the spot. From a broader lens, Ronaldo’s individual milestone underscores his enduring output across continents, while Al-Ahli’s trophy cements early-season confidence for a squad built to contend domestically and in Asia.