Al-Nassr vs Al-Qadisiyah: H2H Stats, 1-2 Loss, Next Match

Al-Nassr went down 2-1 to Al-Qadsiah on January 8, 2026 — and the scoreline barely tells the whole story. Ahead of their next meeting on May 3, 2026, here’s what the rivalry looks like across 28 documented encounters, where goals have flowed freely and momentum has swung hard between Riyadh and Khobar.

Recent Result: Al-Nassr 1-2 Al-Qadsiah (Jan 8, 2026) · H2H Wins: Al-Nassr 14, Al-Qadsiah 9, Draws 5 · Next Match: May 3, 2026 · Al-Qadsiah Form: Won last 4 vs Al-Nassr

The key facts table below consolidates verified data from multiple sources.

Did Al-Nassr suffer a 2-1 defeat to Al-Qadsiah?

Yes — Al-Nassr fell 1-2 to Al-Qadsiah on January 8, 2026, in a Saudi Pro League fixture that exposed familiar defensive fragilities despite the Riyadh side’s star power (ESPN match report).

“Al-Nassr attempted a late fightback after going 2-0 down against Al-Qadsiah, but Jorge Jesus’ side were unable to avoid another defeat.”

— FotMob match report

Match summary from January 8, 2026

Al-Qadsiah took control with two goals in the space of 15 minutes. Julián Quiñones opened the scoring in the 51st minute, and Nahitan Nández doubled the lead just after the hour mark at 66′. Al-Nassr, coached by Jorge Jesus, attempted a late fightback and reduced the deficit when Cristiano Ronaldo converted a penalty in the 81st minute. The Portuguese forward’s strike made history as his first goal of 2026, though it proved insufficient as Al-Qadsiah held on for a 2-1 victory (FotMob match stats).

“Al-Qadsiah showed clinical efficiency, converting their big chances while Al-Nassr struggled to break down a well-organized defensive structure.”

— AiScore form analysis

Key moments and scorers

• 51′: Julián Quiñones opens scoring for Al-Qadsiah
• 66′: Nahitan Nández makes it 2-0 with a driven finish
• 81′: Ronaldo converts penalty after Al-Nassr pressure
• 90’+11′: Mohammed Aboulshamat receives a yellow card for Al-Qadsiah

Al-Nassr dominated possession at 55% and generated 16 shots compared to Al-Qadsiah’s 7, yet the visitors were more clinical — creating 4 big chances to Al-Nassr’s 2 (FotMob detailed stats). The implication is that possession without clinical finishing yields nothing against a team that executes under pressure.

What league do Al-Nassr and Al-Qadsiyah play in?

Both clubs compete in the Saudi Pro League, the top-tier football competition in Saudi Arabia. The league has grown increasingly competitive since the arrival of high-profile international players, with Al-Nassr among the teams spending heavily on talent acquisition.

Saudi Pro League overview

The Saudi Pro League features 18 clubs competing over a standard season format. Al-Nassr currently sit atop the standings with 31 points from a 10-1-2 record, while Al-Qadsiah occupy fourth place with 27 points from 8 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses (ESPN league standings). The gap of 4 points between them may seem modest, yet the head-to-head narrative tells a different story.

Current standings context

Al-Qadsiah rank fourth in the current Saudi Pro League season, according to data from Sofascore. Al-Nassr’s position as league leaders demonstrates their overall consistency across 13 matches played, though their vulnerability specifically against Al-Qadsiah remains a talking point. What this means is that the league table tells only part of the story when these two sides meet.

Who is Al-Nassr’s biggest rival?

Al-Nassr’s most intense rivalry in the Riyadh derby is against Al-Ittihad, though the fixture with Al-Qadsiah has grown increasingly significant given recent results. The rivalry with Al-Qadsiah, while not as historically charged as the Riyadh derby, carries weight given the geographic proximity and competitive balance in head-to-head encounters.

Riyadh derby details

The Riyadh derby between Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad is widely considered the marquee fixture in the Saudi capital. However, Al-Qadsiah — based in Khobar on the Eastern Province coast — have emerged as a thorn in Al-Nassr’s side with four consecutive victories. Their meetings have become must-watch fixtures for neutral fans, particularly since Ronaldo’s arrival elevated Al-Nassr’s global profile.

Rivalry with Al-Qadsiyah

The rivalry heat between Al-Nassr and Al-Qadsiah has intensified. Before their January 8, 2026 encounter, FotMob recorded that Al-Qadsiah had won the previous four consecutive matches against Al-Nassr. This dominance contradicts the broader league standings where Al-Nassr remain dominant, making the fixture a genuine grudge match.

How many goals has CR7 scored for Al-Nassr?

Cristiano Ronaldo surpassed 100 goals for Al-Nassr across all competitions. His tally has made him one of the most prolific foreign players in the Saudi Pro League’s history since his high-profile move from Manchester United.

Cristiano Ronaldo total goals tally

Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr in January 2023 and has since compiled an impressive scoring record. The January 8 penalty against Al-Qadsiah marked his first goal of 2026, according to ESPN match data. Across his Al-Nassr career, Ronaldo has consistently delivered in crucial moments, though the loss to Al-Qadsiah highlighted that individual brilliance alone cannot overcome collective defensive effort.

Recent scoring form

The penalty against Al-Qadsiah was Ronaldo’s only goal in that match. His overall form entering 2026 shows consistent threat generation — Al-Nassr attempted 16 shots in the January fixture, with Ronaldo central to most attacking movements. However, his conversion rate in tight matches against organized defenses remains a point of analysis. The pattern is clear: Ronaldo creates and scores, but Al-Nassr still need defensive improvements to convert dominance into wins against Al-Qadsiah.

What is the head-to-head record between Al-Nassr and Al-Qadsiyah?

The head-to-head record across 28 documented meetings shows Al-Nassr leading 14 wins to Al-Qadsiah’s 9, with 5 draws. However, the narrative has shifted dramatically in recent seasons, with Al-Qadsiah’s recent dominance challenging the historical imbalance.

Historical wins and goals

According to SoccerPunter’s comprehensive database, Al-Nassr have scored 44 goals across 28 encounters while Al-Qadsiah have found the net 28 times. The overall average works out to roughly 1.57 goals per match for Al-Nassr and 1.00 for Al-Qadsiah. Discrepancies exist across tracking platforms — FootyStats records 12 recent meetings where Al-Qadsiah won 6 and Al-Nassr 4, with 2 draws and 16 goals for Al-Qadsiah to 18 for Al-Nassr.

Different sources track varying numbers of matches, reflecting different coverage periods and competition filters.

The data divergence across platforms — ranging from 12 to 28 tracked matches — reflects different coverage periods and competition filters. What this means is that any single H2H figure should be read with its source and scope in mind.

Recent form trends

Before the January 8, 2026 match, FotMob documented that Al-Qadsiah had won their previous four consecutive fixtures against Al-Nassr. This streak reversed the broader historical trend and highlighted Al-Qadsiah’s tactical evolution under their coaching staff. For context, WorldFootball records Al-Nassr’s biggest win as a Saudi Pro League fixture on September 19, 2018 — a result from a different era of the rivalry.

How do the teams compare heading into May 2026?

Three data points stand out when comparing the sides ahead of their May 3 encounter at Prince Saud bin Jalawi Stadium.

The data presents a paradox: Al-Nassr create more and dominate possession, yet Al-Qadsiah win more often. This pattern stems from Al-Qadsiah’s superior defensive organization and clinical finishing when opportunities arise. The catch is that Al-Nassr must adapt their tactical approach or risk continued defeats against a side that exploits their weaknesses.

Where to watch Al-Nassr vs Al-Qadsiyah and buy tickets

The May 3, 2026 fixture will be held at Prince Saud bin Jalawi Stadium in Khobar. 365Scores lists the match as an upcoming regular-season Saudi Pro League fixture. Ticket availability typically opens through the Saudi Pro League’s official channels and the clubs’ respective websites approximately two weeks before matchday.

International viewers can access live coverage through various sports streaming platforms that hold broadcast rights for Saudi Pro League matches. Local kickoff times and broadcast details are confirmed closer to the date through the Saudi Football Federation and club social media channels.

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Al-Nassr’s shocking 1-2 home defeat to Al-Qadisiyah on January 8, despite Ronaldo penalty defeat recap, highlights their recent four-match skid despite a dominant overall H2H.

Frequently asked questions

Al-Qadsiah have proven they can beat Al-Nassr regardless of league position or star power. Their four-match winning streak reflects tactical discipline and clinical finishing, not luck. For Al-Nassr, the May 3 rematch at Prince Saud bin Jalawi Stadium offers a chance to reverse this trend — but the data suggests Jorge Jesus must find a way to break down an opponent that has solved their attacking patterns.