Al-Nassr kicked off their title defense in Saudi Arabia with an emphatic victory over Al-Fateh. With Cristiano Ronaldo absent, watching from the stands after his vacation, the main leadership role was taken up by João Félix.
The scoring opened in the 36th minute when Ângelo Gabriel found the net. Just three minutes later, Félix produced a stunning solo effort, weaving past defenders inside the box to double the home side’s lead. The match was sealed in the second half by Portuguese newcomer Samuel Costa, who marked his debut for coach Ange Postecoglou‘s team with a goal.
Final score: Al-Nassr 3, Al-Fateh 0.
Goals: Ângelo 36, João Félix 39, Samuel Costa 72.
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