Félix Hat-Trick Restores Al-Nassr’s Five-Point Lead
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Al-Nassr FC took a significant step toward the Saudi Pro League title on Thursday, May 7, 2026, with a commanding 4-2 victory over Al-Shabab at the King Fahd Stadium. The win was powered by a clinical hat-trick from Portuguese international João Félix, who found the net in the 3rd and 10th minutes before sealing his treble with a late penalty.
The result restores Al-Nassr’s five-point cushion at the top of the standings over rivals Al-Hilal, who currently sit in second place with a game in hand. With only a few fixtures remaining in the 2025–26 campaign, the “Global Club” has moved to 82 points, further cementing their status as favorites to secure the domestic crown.
The match also featured a historic milestone for Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored his 100th Saudi Pro League goal in the 75th minute. The legendary forward met a precise cross from Sadio Mané with a first-time strike to give Al-Nassr a crucial 3-1 lead at a time when Al-Shabab was mounting a serious comeback attempt.
Despite Al-Shabab’s persistence, which included goals from Yannick Carrasco and Ali Al-Bulayhi, the defensive resilience of the league leaders held firm. Félix’s final goal in stoppage time put the game beyond reach, marking a night of dominance for the Portuguese duo who have combined for over 50 league goals this season.
Al-Nassr manager Luis Castro praised his team’s offensive efficiency and their ability to handle the high pressure of the title race. The victory is particularly vital given Al-Hilal’s recent winning streak, which had briefly narrowed the gap at the top of the table. Al-Nassr will now shift their focus to their upcoming away fixture as they look to maintain their unbeaten run in the final month of the season.
For Al-Shabab, the defeat leaves them in 13th place, still fighting to secure a mid-table finish in a season defined by inconsistency. Fans of Al-Nassr are now looking ahead to the final stretch, where a single victory could potentially confirm them as champions of the 2026 Saudi Pro League.
