With CR7 expelled, Al-Hilal beats Al-Nassr and goes to the final of the Saudi Super Cup

This Monday, the 8th, the Al-Hilal received the Al-Nassrin a match valid for the semi-finals of Saudi Super Cup. Seeking to maintain the winning streak, the team led by Jorge Jesus had to face the team of Luis Castro. With two goals in the second half, the home team advanced to the final and reached their 33rd consecutive victory. The game was marked by the expulsion of Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Saudi classic started very balanced, as the country's two main powers were in confrontation. With important absences on both sides, Anderson Talisca by Al-Nassr and Mitrovic for Al-Hilal, the clubs entered the field, but with more defensive postures in the first stage.

Without many dangerous plays in the first half, the highlight was Al-Nassr, who found the net in stoppage time. After crossing ManeCristiano Ronaldo tried to reach, but the ball passed and was free for the finalization of Octavio. However, due to the irregular position of the number 7, who participated in the play, the goal was disallowed. Interval! 0 to 0.

On the way back to the second stage, Al-Hilal, who did not want to lose their streak of 32 consecutive victories, resumed with a faster pace. With two chances in a row, with Hamdan It is Al Dawsari, Al-Nassr maintained a draw on the scoreboard. Thus, Jorge Jesus' team managed to open the scoring after minutes of pressure.

In a quick counterattack, Al Dawsari received and finished first time to overcome Ospina, giving partial victory to Al-Hilal. In the 26th minute, the team increased their lead with Malcom, who headed the ball into the back of the net after a great cross from Michael. In the final stretch, Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off, in confusion with Al Bulaihi, but Nassr still cashed in the end with Mané. End of the game! 2 to 1.