Big surprise in Saudi Arabia: Al-Ettifaq by Marcel Tisserand brings down Al Nassr by Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mané during the opening of the championship. A score of 2-1 sanctioned this thrilling meeting which took place at the Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium in Al-Ettifaq.
Despite Sadio Mané’s early opener for Al Nassr in the 4th minute, the game quickly took an unexpected turn for Cristiano Ronaldo’s teammates. In the 47th minute, Robin Quaison equalized for Al-Ettifaq, before Moussa Dembelé gave the victory to his team with a sumptuous goal in the 53rd minute.
On the defense side, Al-Ettifaq showed great solidity, with Marcel Tisserand in great shape. He did not hesitate to engage in duels and annihilate all attempts by Al Nassr attackers. The Al-Ettifaq players managed to defy the odds and win this match which was not promised to them.
This surprising victory is already making a lot of noise in Saudi Arabia and in the world of football. It testifies to the competitiveness and the high level of the Saudi championship. Al-Ettifaq have clearly shown that they will have to be counted on this season.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mané, meanwhile, will need to bounce back quickly from this defeat. They will be keen to show their talent and ability to lead Al Nassr to victory in the upcoming matches.
In conclusion, this meeting between Al-Ettifaq and Al Nassr was rich in twists and surprises. Marcel Tisserand and his team succeeded in reversing the situation against tough opponents