Pioli's first dropped points. Al Nassr drew against the newcomers of the Professional League

In the eighth round of the Saudi Professional League, Al Nassr traveled to face newly promoted Al-Kholoud.

The hosts struck first, taking the lead in the 12th minute. The visitors responded confidently, scoring two goals in eight minutes. However, Al-Kholoud didn't back down and equalized, with the score at 2-2 by the 28th minute.

After the break, Al Nassr had more possession and appeared to be in control of the match. Nevertheless, in the 71st minute, Al-Kholoud scored their third goal. The team led by Ronaldo managed to rescue the match in the dying moments when Talisca converted a penalty, securing a 3-3 draw.

In a surprising twist, Al Nassr dropped points against the league newcomers, marking the first setback for Stefano Pioli at the helm.

Saudi Professional League, Round 9

Al-Kholoud - Al Nassr - 3:3
Goals: 1:0 - 12 Maolida, 1:1 - 16 Laporte, 1:2 - 24 Talisca, 2:2 - 28 Maolida, 3:2 - 71 Muleka, 3:3 - 90+4 Talisca.