Cristiano Ronaldo back with a bang and more to come from Summerville: Saudi Pro League talking points
Matchday 3 of the Saudi Pro League gets a shift forward this week, with games on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Five teams look to maintain their perfect start to the season, with Neom joining Al Nassr, Al Hilal, Al Ahli Saudi and Al Ettifaq on six points. Ronaldo returns Cristiano Ronaldo is officially off the mark for the 2026–27 season after registering a goal in Al Nassr's 4–0 win at Al…
Cristiano Ronaldo returns to the Saudi Pro League's action, scoring in Al Nassr's 4-0 victory over Al Riyadh. The Portuguese star, now 81 goals away from the 1,000-goal mark, was given his first match under Ange Postecoglou since the World Cup. Ronaldo flew to Paris to attend the Esports World Cup before returning to Saudi Arabia for the next match against Al Ettifaq.
Meanwhile, Nunez is set to debut for Diriyah against Al Kholood, and Enzo Millot joins Al Ahli Saudi on loan. Tijjani Reijnders, the £52 million signing from Manchester City, made his debut and was substituted in Al Qadsiah's 1-0 loss to Al Ittihad. Summerville, acquired by Al Hilal for £60 million, scored twice in Hilal's 4-2 win over Al Fayha, including a Panenka penalty.
Coach Simone Inzaghi expects Summerville to be a key player in the team's pursuit of multiple trophies this season.
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