Al-Nassr secured a cushty 3-0 win over Al-Feiha within the Saudi Professional League, with new signing Jhon Duran making a powerful debut by scoring twice.
The Colombian striker, who joined from Aston Villa for €77 million (£64m), performed alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, who marked his fortieth birthday with a aim.
Duran opened the scoring within the fortieth minute. After Sadio Mane stole the ball in midfield, he discovered Duran in a crowded field. The short-footed striker created area for himself and fired a shot previous the goalkeeper to make it 1-0.
Al-Feiha threatened to equalise, however Duran doubled Al-Nassr’s lead within the 72nd minute. After one other move from Mane, Duran calmly positioned the ball into the online. Ronaldo then added his sixteenth league aim of the season after being arrange by Nawaf Boushal.
The win moved Al-Nassr into third place within the Saudi Professional League, eight factors behind leaders Al-Ittihad.
Duran’s debut efficiency eased any doubts about his transfer to Saudi Arabia. The 21-year-old confirmed his high quality with two well-taken objectives, proving why Al-Nassr had been eager to signal him.
Al-Nassr will face Al-Ahli on Thursday, February 13, as they intention to take care of their push for a prime spot within the league and safe qualification for the Asian Champions League.
