Al-Nassr 2-1 Al-Ittihad Player Ratings: Joao Felix rated 7.5/10 as Al-Nassr Punches Their Ticket To The Finals

Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad went head-to-head against each other on 19th August 2025 at Hong Kong Stadium for the Saudi Super Cup clash. Goals from Mane, Bergwijn, and Felix concluded the match. Read on to find out the Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad Player Ratings.

Both teams began the game with an attacking mindset. However, it was Al-Nassr who got the first lead of the match. In the 10th minute, Sadio Mane's strike from the box gave Al-Nassr the early lead.

However, the lead did not last long as Diaby's pass to Bergwijn squared it all up in the 15th minute. It was a quick finish from the forward.

In the 25th minute, Sadio Mane was booked with a red card that saw him go out of the match.

The match was still undecided after the dismissal of Sadio Mane. After the end of the first half, the score stood 1-1.

In the 60th minute, an unselfish Ronaldo pass from a 1v1 situation with the goalkeeper saw Joao Felix convert it for the 2-1 score.

The score stood the same after the seven additional minutes post full-time.

Here are Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad Player Ratings.

Al-Nassr Player Ratings

Here are the Al-Nassr Player Ratings:

Goalkeeper

Bento- 5/10

Bento definitely had the tough save to make when we talk about the first goals from each time. On an occasion in the first half, he almost gifted Benzema a gift with his passing mistake.

Defenders

Nawaf Mashari Boushal- 6/10

Nawaf Mashari Boushal had a solid defensive performance today. His interceptions in the first half were just as crucial as his tackles and ball recoveries.

Mohamed Simakan- 6/10

Mohamed Simakan had a good game today. Even though he lost most of his ground and aerial duels, he maintained 88% passing accuracy, and his clearances were crucial.

Inigo Martinez- 6/10

Inigo Martinez's crucial interception in the first half ensured Al-Nassr's safety from a goal deficit. The center-back did not get many chances to go forward as he had to perform his defensive duties today.

Ayman Yahya Salem- 5.5/10

Unlike his defensive partners, Ayman Yahya Salem had a great game today in the back. He won the majority of his ground and aerial duels. Moreover, his tackles and interceptions were important.

Midfielders

Abdullah Mohammed Al-Khaibari- 5/10

Unlike his midfield peers, Abdullah Mohammed Al-Khaibari had a quiet game in the first half. After the red card booking of Sadio Mane, his roles in the game further increased.

Marcelo Brozovic- 6/10

No matter how much Al-Ittihad tried to keep Marcelo Brozovic silent, his hard work on the pitch made sure the midfield battle was still up for grabs by the end of the first half. Both his defensive and offensive contributions were crucial.

Joao Felix- 7.5/10

Joao Felix had a great game today in the attacking midfield position for Al-Nassr. His ball carries were great, and his dribbling with the ball gave the Al-Ittihad midfielders a lot of trouble. He scored the 2nd goal of the match. Minutes later, he scored the 3rd goal of the match. But it was disallowed.

Forwards

Kingsley Coman- 5/10

Kingsley Coman had a good game. He was especially excellent in the first half. His 1v1 duels against Mario Mitaj is especially where he shone the brightest. Moreover, his pressing today was good too.

Sadio Mane- 5.5/10

Sadio Mane was one of the best players for Al-Nassr today. He was the first one in the score sheet today, giving his team an early lead in the 10th minute. He caused a lot of trouble for the Al-Ittihad defenders. He was booked with a red card in the 25th minute.

Cristiano Ronaldo- 6.5/10

Cristiano Ronaldo had different contributions in the game today. He took the role of playmaker on the pitch today. His contributions in the 2nd half were especially crucial, including his unselfish pass to Joao Felix that gave Al-Nassr the lead for the 2nd time.

Substitutions

Wesley- 4/10

Wesley came onto the game in the 80th minute to replace Kingsley Coman.

Ali Alhassan- 4/10

Ali Alhassan came onto the match in the 90th minute to see through the lead.

Angelo Gabriel- 4/10

Angelo Gabriel came onto the game in the 91st minute to replace Cristiano Ronaldo.

Manager

Jorge Jesus- 6/10

Jorge Jesus was the happier manager between the two. He was especially proud of his team's resilience and tenacity, which allowed them to regain the lead after being down 10 men.

Al-Ittihad Player Ratings

Here are Al-Ittihad Player Ratings:

Goalkeeper

Hameed Al-Shanqiti- 5.5/10

Hameed Al-Shanqiti definitely was the better goalkeeper between the two. He had a better command of the backline and made no sloppy mistakes in the game where the stakes were high.

Defenders

Muhannad Al-Shanqiti- 5/10

There were definitely more expectations on Muhannad Al-Shanqiti, especially of his attacking contributions. After Sadio Mane's red card, he especially seemed relieved.

Almosa- 5.5/10

Even though Almosa's defensive performance was subpar at the beginning of the game, as the game went on, he seemed to get his confidence and momentum back.

Danilo- 5.5/10

Like his defensive partner, it took a while for Danilo to get a hold of the game, especially on the defensive line. However, he had a solid command of his defense line as the game went on.

Mario Mitaj- 5/10

It was an average fullback performance from Mario Mitaj. He had a hard time going head-to-head against Kingsley Coman. However, after Al-Nassr went to 10 men, the defensive burden became lighter for him.

Midfielders

Houssem Aouar- 5.5/10

From winning the 2nd and 3rd balls to making quick passes between the lines to launch attacks, Houssem Aouar's contributions will go unnoticed today, even though they were crucial for Al-Ittihad's midfield performance.

Fabinho- 6/10

One of the most tactically gifted players in Al-Ittihad, Fabinho played his traditional holding midfielder role. he performed his duties perfectly. Be it the ball recoveries or quick switch to the flanks, Fabinho was an important player of the Al-Ittihad midfield today.

N'Golo Kante- 6/10

N'Golo Kante definitely was the engine of Al-Ittihad today. His work rate going forward and going back is still an example to the younger players.

Moussa Diaby- 6.5/10

Moussa Diaby was the most dangerous player of Al-Ittihad today. He looked dangerous every time he had the ball to his feet. He bagged the assist for Sadio Mane's goal.

Forwards

Steven Bergwijn- 6.5/10

Steven Bergwijn was certainly the better forward between the two. Diaby's quick pass was converted with ease by Bergwijn to make it all square for his team. He looked threatning for the rest of the match.

Karim Benzema- 6/10

Karim Benzema had the opportunity to put Al-Nassr in the lead in the early minutes of the game, but the French forward could not make the best out of the mistake from Bento.

Substitutions

Abdulrahman Alobud- 4/10

Abdulrahman Alobud came onto the game in the 81st minute to replace Bergwijn.

Unai Hernandez- 4/10

Unai Hernandez came onto the game in the 82nd minute to replace Diaby.

Saleh Alshehri- 4/10

Saleh Alshehri came onto the game in the 82nd minute with Unai Hernandez.

Manager

Laurent Blanc- 4.5/10

Laurent Blanc was definitely the disappointed manager of the team, given his team had the players and momentum on their side to win the fixture, but they simply could not find the inspiration.

Sportsdunia player of the match is Joao Felix.