Ronaldo draws a blank as Al-Nassr lose the Saudi derby

Cristiano Ronaldo tried everything, but the 41-year-old superstar couldn't find the net as Al-Nassr suffered a 2-1 defeat away to Al-Ittihad.Ronaldo had three efforts saved by the Al-Ittihad goalkeeper, with several more attempts flying off target. At one point, he even tried an ambitious bicycle kick, only to completely miss the ball.Cristiano is too funny 🤣 pic.twitter.com/5K173rHT8k— Al Nassr Zone (@TheNassrZone) September 5, 2026 Al-Ittihad did most damage through George Ilenikhena, who scored twice in the opening 22 minutes. On both occasions, the Nigerian striker beat Al Nassr's offside trap and raced clear before calmly slotting the ball home.Al-Nassr pulled one back through Angelo in the 36th minute, though Predrag Rajkovic could do little. The Serbian goalkeeper had just denied Joao Felix in a one-on-one, but the rebound fell perfectly to the Brazilian, who made it 2-1.CRISTIANO RONALDO WHAT A PASS!! Al Nassr scores and it’s 2-1 🔥 pic.twitter.com/b94qnELpuU— 𝐟𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐯 (@fedevalv_) September 5, 2026 Ilenikhena's brace ultimately proved decisive, making the Nigerian the standout performer as Al-Ittihad held on for a big victory.SAUDI PRO LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 5Al-Ittihad – Al-Nassr 2-1 (2-0)/Ilenikhena 4,22 – Angelo 36/