However, rookie Sadio Mane soon opened the score for Al Nassr in the fourth minute of the match. compete with Al Ettifaq – the team being led by coach Steven Gerard.
Al Ettifaq strengthened the squad this summer with many stars from Europe, including two names: Jordan Henderson and Moussa Dembele were assigned to start from the start. Faced with Al Nassr’s strong attack and solid defense, coach Steven Gerard’s army was helpless to find an equalizer in the first half.
However, when the second half only lasted 2 minutes. The minute the ball rolled around, Al Ettifaq scored a 1-1 equalizer thanks to Robin Quaison. From the situation where goalkeeper Nawaf Al-Aqidi made a mistake, the Swedish striker easily cushioned the ball from close range to bring the match back to the starting line.
Just 6 minutes later Nawaf Al-Aqidi continued to make a mistake by diving to block the kick. cross to the left wing. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Moussa Dembele cushioned the ball into an empty goal to increase the score to 2-1 for the home team.
Being led by the opponent, Al Nassr tried to attack in search of an equalizer, but in a An unlucky day with the ball hitting the post and crossbar twice caused the away team to leave empty-handed in their opening match at the Saudi Pro League.
The 2-1 win over Al Nassr was the end. Unexpected result for Al Ettifaq. Last season Ronaldo’s team finished second in the Saudi Pro League and 30 points ahead of Al Ettifaq.
Starting lineup:
Al Ettifaq: Paulo Victor Al-Hawsawi Tisserand Hendry Khateeb Ali Hazazi Al-Ghamdi Henderson Quaison Al-Ghamdi Dembele
Al Nassr: Al-Aqidi Bushal Al Fatil Konan Mukhtar Ali Al Khaibari Al Sulayhem Al Aliwi Al Hasan Ghareeb Mane
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