Al-Nassr Edge Al-Ittihad 2-1 in Saudi Super Cup Semi-Final After Mané Red Card

Hong Kong, August 19, 2025 – In a dramatic Saudi Super Cup semi-final at Hong Kong Stadium, Al-Nassr edged out Al-Ittihad, the Pro League champions, 2-1. They finished the match with ten men after a red card in the last half-hour.
Sadio Mané put Al-Nassr ahead in the 10th minute. He met Marcelo Brozović’s cross and finished it on the first touch inside the box. Six minutes later, Steven Bergwijn scored for Al-Ittihad. He took advantage of a quick counterattack and slid the ball past Cristiano Ronaldo’s backup in goal.
Soon after the equalizer, Mané was given a red card. He challenged goalkeeper Yousef recklessly. This sent Al-Nassr down to ten men. Cristiano Ronaldo felt the pressure but broke free. He set up João Félix, who scored with a low shot in the 61st minute. This goal gave Al-Nassr the lead again.
The win puts Cristiano Ronaldo’s side in Wednesday’s final. They will wait for the winner of Al-Ahli and Al-Qadsiah.
Key Facts:
– - Competition: 2025/26 Saudi Super Cup Semi-Final - Venue: Hong Kong Stadium, Hong Kong - Final Score: Al-Nassr 2 (Mané 10′, Félix 61′) - Al-Ittihad 1 (Bergwijn 16′) - Red Card: Sadio Mané (Al-Nassr) 16′ - Attendance: Approx. 20,000 spectators
Next Up: Al-Nassr will play the winner of Al-Ahli vs. Al-Qadsiah. This Super Cup final is on August 20. They are aiming for their first trophy of the season.
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