Al Nassr suffered an unexpected defeat to Al Qadsiah on May 3, 2026, ending their impressive 20-match winning streak. This loss complicates their title race in the Saudi Pro League.
Al Qadsiah took the lead in the 24th minute through Mohammed Abu Al-Shamat. João Félix quickly equalized for Al Nassr just two minutes later. However, Musab Al Juwayr restored Al Qadsiah’s lead in the 55th minute, and Julian Quinones sealed the victory with a third goal in the 78th minute.
Key statistics from the match:
- Final score: Al Qadsiah 3 – 1 Al Nassr
- Goals by Al Qadsiah: Mohammed Abu Al-Shamat, Musab Al Juwayr, Julian Quinones
- Goal by Al Nassr: João Félix
The defeat marks a significant moment for Al Nassr, who still remain at the top of the league table with 79 points despite this setback. They had a five-point lead over rivals Al Hilal before the match.
Cristiano Ronaldo continues to be a key player for Al Nassr, having scored 25 goals in 27 matches this season. His performance remains critical as they look to regroup after this loss.
Al Qadsiah is currently fighting for a top-three finish in the league and has not lost at home throughout the entire campaign. Earlier this season, they defeated Al Nassr 2-1 in their previous encounter.
Next up for Al Nassr is a match against Al Shabab on May 7, 2026. The team will need to recover quickly to maintain their lead in the title race.
