Al-Nassr breaks Al-Hilal's historic record in the Roshan League under the leadership of Jesus

On an exceptional football night that will remain etched in the memory of Al-Nassr fans, the Al-Nassr team achieved an unprecedented historical feat in the Saudi Professional League competitions, after sweeping aside Al-Akhdoud with three clean goals, in the match that brought the two teams together yesterday (Saturday) as part of the eleventh round of the competition.

The match witnessed a remarkable performance from the star-studded Al-Nassr squad, with the Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo continuing his scoring streak by netting two crucial goals, in addition to a brilliant strike from João Félix. The goals came in the 41st, 45+3rd, and 90+4th minutes, further cementing the Yellows' firm grip on the top spot in the league standings with a perfect 30 points, extending their lead to four points over their closest rivals and traditional adversaries, Al-Hilal, who sit in second place.

A historic achievement that breaks the dominance of the past

The victory wasn't just about adding three points to the tally; it was about writing a new chapter in history. According to Opta, the global football statistics network, Al-Nassr, under the guidance of veteran Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, became the first team in the history of the Saudi Professional League to achieve victory in their first 10 consecutive matches of the season.

With this miraculous number, Al-Nasr was able to break the previous record registered in the name of the traditional rival “Al-Hilal”, which had achieved a series of 9 consecutive victories at the beginning of the 2018-2019 season, proving Al-Nasr’s superiority this season with high technical and physical readiness.

Jesus' paradox: The glory-maker with both poles

Perhaps the most striking aspect of this event is the ironic twist of fate involving Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus. The man leading Al-Nassr to break the record today is the same man who set the previous record when he coached Al-Hilal during its golden era. This fact highlights the immense talent of this coach, who has proven his ability to build invincible teams, whether in blue in the past or in Al-Nassr's current form, making Jesus both the record-maker and the record-breaker.

The development of the Saudi League and the influence of international stars

This achievement comes amidst the tremendous transformation taking place in Saudi sports, with the Roshan League becoming a global focal point thanks to massive investments and the attraction of some of the world's best players. Securing a series of consecutive victories, coupled with the rising level of competition and the development of mid-sized and smaller clubs, is a strong indicator of the excellent administrative and technical work being done at Al-Nassr.

This performance also reflects the positive impact of having a leader of Cristiano Ronaldo’s stature, who has not only been a goal scorer but has also become an inspiration to the entire group, motivating the team to deliver consistent performances and a high fighting spirit, which enhances Al-Nasr’s chances of regaining the league title and competing strongly on the continental and international levels.