Joao Felix Hat-Trick Shines as Al-Nassr Dominates Al-Fateh 5-1 to Maintain Perfect Start

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Joao Felix Hat-Trick Shines as Al-Nassr Dominates Al-Fateh 5-1 to Maintain Perfect Start

Joao Felix delivered an impressive performance as Al-Nassr triumphed over Al-Fateh with a decisive 5-1 victory at Al-Awwal Park. This marked Felix’s second hat-trick of the current Saudi Pro League season, highlighting his pivotal role in Al-Nassr’s strong start.

Match Overview

Al-Nassr’s dominance was evident from the beginning. Felix struck first with a spectacular goal just 13 minutes into the match, sending the ball into the top right corner from nearly 30 yards away. However, Al-Fateh managed to level the score early in the second half through Sofiane Bendebka, creating a momentary sense of uncertainty for Al-Nassr.

Key Events

Joao Felix’s opening goal: 13 minutes into the match.
Sofiane Bendebka equalizes for Al-Fateh early in the second half.
Cristiano Ronaldo scores after a saved penalty, restoring Al-Nassr’s lead.
Ronaldo assists Felix’s second goal.
Kingsley Coman scores in the 75th minute, extending the lead.
Felix completes his hat-trick following a miss by Sadio Mane.

Statistics and Performance

Al-Nassr displayed a dominant performance throughout the match. They recorded 23 shots, resulting in an expected goals (xG) figure of 3.29. In contrast, Al-Fateh managed only 10 shots, with an xG of 1.5.

Historical Context

This win marked a significant milestone for Al-Nassr, as they achieved their fifth consecutive victory to open the league season. This is only the third time in the club’s history that they have started a league campaign with five wins, previously achieving this in the 2014-15 and 2018-19 seasons, both of which ended in league titles.

Notable Players

Joao Felix: Scored a hat-trick, showcasing his scoring ability.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Contributed with a goal and an assist.
Kingsley Coman: Scored one goal and became the second player in club history to score in the first five matches of a season.

This dominant victory ensures Al-Nassr maintains a four-point lead at the top of the Saudi Pro League, setting a formidable pace for the remainder of the season.