Cristiano Ronaldo made a significant return to club football, scoring the opening goal for Al-Nassr in their 3-0 victory over Diriyah in the Saudi Pro League. This match was Ronaldo's first appearance since a controversial international break where he walked out of the Portugal squad. The 41-year-old striker claimed that Portugal coach Jorge Jesus failed to honor his commitment regarding playing time in the Nations League. Al-Nassr, under coach Ange Postecoglou, secured the win with additional goals from Samu Costa and Kingsley Coman, placing them level on points with league leaders Al-Qadsiah. Earlier, Al-Qadsiah thrashed Al-Kholood 5-0, featuring goals from Tijjani Reijnders, Mateo Retegui, and Julian Quinones.