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Al-Nassr · Arab Club Champions Cup · Defender · #12 · Saudi Arabia · 26 yrs
Nawaf Boushal plays as a defender for Al-Nassr. Nawaf Boushal is a represents Saudi Arabia, 26 years old, defender, currently at Al-Nassr. Nawaf Boushal wears shirt number 12 for Al-Nassr. Nawaf Boushal was born in Saudi Arabia on 1999-09-16. Nawaf Boushal is 174 cm tall and weighs 64 kg. Nawaf Boushal's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Arab Club Champions Cup, CONCACAF Gold Cup, Friendlies, World Cup, and other leagues. Nawaf Boushal's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore Nawaf Boushal season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
| Season | Team |
|---|---|
| 2026 |  Saudi Arabia KSA |
| 2025 |  Al-Nassr NAS |
| 2025 | Saudi Arabia KSA |
| 2024 | Al-Nassr NAS |
| 2024 | Saudi Arabia KSA |
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-01-20 | N/A |  Al-Fateh FAT | Al-Nassr NAS |
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Profile as Defender: defensive work. Archetype: Ball-winning midfielder. Season rating 7.2.
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Al Nassr are facing Al Taawoun for Matchdday 4 of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season, with Cristiano Ronaldo's presence in the game as the main topic among fans. Al Nassr host Al Taawoun on Friday, August 28, for Matchday 4 of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season at Alawwal Park. With the home side sitting alone atop the table, questions surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo‘s availability have begun to arise. Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to feature in the starting XI against Al Taawoun. Head coach Ange Postecoglou confirmed during his pre-match press conference that the Portuguese star is fully fit, clearing him to make his third appearance of the 2026-27 campaign. The 41-year-old forward made his season debut against Al Riyadh with a 28-minute substitute appearance before making a surprising halftime exit last match against Al Ettifaq. However, Postecoglou emphasized that Ronaldo is primed for an increased workload: “I know he feels physically in good condition now, so he is ready for tomorrow’s game,” the New Zealand boss stated Thursday. Al Nassr currently lead the league standings as the sole team to collect a maximum nine points through three matches. While rivals Al Hilal and Al Ahli each hold a game in hand, a plus-8 goal differential gives Ronaldo’s side early control at the top. 9 PM. Our home. Our people. See you there 💛https://t.co/qS1YmPuoJA pic.twitter.com/AZ6tVnyYPQ— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) August 27, 2026 Cristiano Ronaldo on the verge of club history Across his tenure with Al Nassr, Ronaldo has faced Al Taawoun eight times in all competitions, recording five wins, one draw, and two defeats while tallying three goals and three assists. Facing an opponent still searching for its first win of the campaign, Ronaldo will aim to write another chapter in the record books. With his goal against Al Riyadh, Ronaldo tied Mohammed Al Sahlawi’s club record for the most Saudi Pro League goals in Al Nassr history with 103. A goal on Matchday 4 would move the Portuguese icon into sole possession of first place, adding another milestone to his career portfolio. Projected lineups for Al Nassr and Al Taawoun Al Nassr’s projected lineup (4-4-1-1): Nawaf Al-Aqidi; Nawaf Boushal, Inigo Martinez, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Salem Alnajdi; Kingsley Coman, Samu Costa, Angelo, Sadio Mane; Joao Felix; Cristiano Ronaldo.Head coach: Ange Postecoglou. Al Taawoun’s projected lineup (4-3-3): Mailson; Bassam Al-Hurayji, Awn Al-Saluli, Muteb Al-Mufarrij, Marin Petkov; Oscar Dorley, Ashraf El Mahdioui, Nedim Bajrami; Mohammed Al-Kuwaykibi, Abderazak Hamdallah, Bassem Al-Arini.Head coach: Zarko Lazetic.
With Al Nassr set to visit Al Ettifaq for Matchday 3 of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League, Cristiano Ronaldo's presence in the game has turned into one of the main topics among fans. Al Nassr visit Al Ettifaq on Tuesday, August 25, for Matchday 3 of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season at EGO Stadium in Dammam. Seeking to maintain their position atop the table, questions have arisen over whether superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will feature in the starting XI. Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to start the game against Al Ettifaq. Already back with the team following his extended vacation, the Portuguese star completed Monday’s full team training session after arriving in Dammam, clearing the way for him to feature heavily against the hosts. The legendary forward attended the Esports World Cup event in Paris, France, where he serves as a Global Ambassador, causing him to miss Sunday’s training session. However, by flying his private jet directly to Dammam rather than returning to Riyadh, he linked up with the team on schedule. After sitting out the league opener and the King’s Cup round of 32, Ronaldo made his 2026-27 season debut against Al Riyadh last Friday. Entering as a 62nd-minute substitute, the Portuguese star capped off a 4-0 victory, scoring in his 15th consecutive professional season. Your plans tomorrow night? 9 PM with Nassr 🤩💛 pic.twitter.com/yUCim70K7g— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) August 24, 2026 Only one key absence for Al Nassr Al Nassr have displayed formidable form early on, recording a 3-0 victory over Al Fateh, a 4-1 win over Al Diriyah, and Friday’s 4-0 statement win to reaffirm their status as defending Saudi Pro League champions. For Tuesday’s clash with Al Ettifaq, Ronaldo’s side will contend with just one major absence. French defender Mohamed Simakan will miss the match as he continues his recovery from an injury that also ruled him out against Al Riyadh. He joins Mohamed Maran, Saad Al-Nasser, and Abdulrahman Ghareeb on the sidelines, with the group remaining in Riyadh on specialized rehabilitation programs. Projected lineups for Al Ettifaq and Al Nassr Al Ettifaq’s projected lineup (4-4-2): Turki Ba Al-Jawsh; Radhi Al Otaibi,Jack Hendry, Abdullah Khateeb, Madallah Al-Olayan; Rayane Messi, Ondrej Duda, Alvaro Medran, Khalid Al-Ghannam; Moussa Dembele, Yasir Shammari.Head coach: Arthur Papas. Al Nassr’s projected lineup (4-2-3-1): Bento; Nawaf Boushal, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Inigo Martinez, Salem Alnajdi; Angelo, Abdullah Al-Khaibari; Kinsgley Coman, Joao Felix, Sadio Mane; Cristiano Ronaldo.Head coach: Ange Postecoglou.
The veteran forward enjoyed one of his most successful seasons in Saudi Arabia, helping Al-Nassr reach new heights while adding yet another remarkable achievement to an already overflowing collection of honors. Cristiano Ronaldo continues to add to an already impressive career, even as he is gearing up for what looks likely to be his final World Cup with Portugal. The veteran forward enjoyed one of his most successful seasons in Saudi Arabia, helping Al-Nassr reach new heights while adding yet another remarkable achievement to an already overflowing collection of honors. The latest recognition comes after a campaign filled with goals, decisive performances, and moments that reminded everyone why Ronaldo remains one of the sport’s most influential figures. While attention is increasingly turning toward the 2026 World Cup, one unforgettable moment from his club season has once again placed him firmly in the spotlight. The 2025-26 campaign proved to be one of Ronaldo’s most productive seasons since arriving in Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese star played 30 league matches, scored 28 goals, and contributed two assists as Al-Nassr captured the Saudi Pro League title. His influence stretched far beyond the numbers. Time and again, he delivered in crucial moments, helping the club maintain consistency throughout a demanding title race that was only settled on the final day of the season. Across all competitions, Ronaldo finished with 30 goals and four assists in 37 appearances, underlining his ability to remain among soccer’s elite scorers despite entering his fifth decade of life. Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr celebrates with the Saudi Pro League Trophy. The title-clinching moment arrived with a convincing 4-1 victory over Damac. The 41-year-old forward scored twice in that decisive match, helping his side secure its first league crown in several years and giving supporters a season they will remember for a long time. The moment that captured the imagination Although Ronaldo produced numerous goals throughout the campaign, one stood above the rest. In November 2025, during a home match against Al-Khaleej, the Al-Nassr captain delivered a spectacular overhead kick that instantly became one of the most talked-about goals of the season. The strike came late in a 4-1 victory and left supporters inside the stadium in disbelief. Meeting a cross from Nawaf Boushal inside the penalty area, the Portuguese superstar launched himself into the air before connecting perfectly with the ball. The finish combined athleticism, timing, and technique, creating a moment that quickly spread across social media platforms worldwide. The Saudi Pro League has the best goal of the century, and they know it 😭 pic.twitter.com/NhdAgidX1L— The Nassr Tribune™️ (@AlNassrTribune) June 9, 2026 The goal became an instant favorite among fans and generated millions of views online. Even in an era where spectacular goals appear regularly, this effort felt different because of the player producing it and the stage of his career at which it arrived. The accolade revealed That unforgettable strike has now received official recognition. Cristiano Ronaldo’s overhead kick against Al-Khaleej has been named the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League Goal of the Season. The award was decided through a public vote that featured every weekly goal winner from across the campaign. Ronaldo’s bicycle kick emerged as the clear winner, collecting 34 percent of all votes cast. 🇵🇹 @Cristiano's legendary bicycle kick vs Al Khaleej has been voted your @BSF_sa Goal of the Season for 2025-26 🌟#FansChoiceAwards pic.twitter.com/Up5KPyCk4y— Roshn Saudi League (@SPL_EN) June 9, 2026 The recognition also means the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has secured back-to-back Goal of the Season awards, having previously won the honor for his stunning volley against Al Riyadh during the 2024-25 campaign. According to the Saudi Pro League, Ronaldo’s overhead kick was described as one of the greatest goals of his career and on
In a closely contested match, Cristiano Ronaldo led Al Nassr to the Saudi Pro League title. Although Damac put up a strong fight, Sadio Mané’s goal turned the game around, securing the championship for Jorge Jesus’ team. After a consistent season, Cristiano Ronaldo has been crowned champion of the Saudi Pro League for the first time since his arrival in the Middle East. Al Nassr and Damac played out a match that appeared to be fairly even, but Sadio Mané’s goal ultimately turned the game around, putting Al Nassr in the spotlight. With this victory, the Portuguese veteran ends a six-year drought without winning a league title. Damac FC managed to impose a promising style of play in the opening minutes. Taking advantage of the spaces in the rival defense, they shined with long passes that allowed their forwards to win through speed. After failing to convert their numerous chances, they gradually became more overwhelmed by the high press of Al Nassr. In addition, they adopted a defensive approach after the goal from Sadio Mané, cutting off any chance of equalising the match. Without Marcelo Brozovic, Al Nassr struggled to build plays and apply high pressure. While Abdullah Alkhaibari shone with his defensive presence and offensive contributions, Ayman Yaya seemed quite lost, leaving a noticeable creative void. Nevertheless, Sadio Mané and João Félix emerged as the most influential players on the field, creating scoring opportunities and setting up the winning goal. João Félix managed to be the most decisive player for Al Nassr FC, even if he did not score. Not only did he drop deep to receive the ball in midfield, but he also created spaces in attack. With his vision and change of pace, he moved all around the pitch, giving creativity to a team that seemed lost on the wings. Nevertheless, Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace emerged as the most important part of the game, outshining Sadio Mane and Kingsley Coman to win the Saudi Pro League. Al Nassr are your 2025/26 #RoshnSaudiLeague Champions 🏆 pic.twitter.com/IkQXTMNPtx— Roshn Saudi League (@SPL_EN) May 21, 2026 Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace outshined Sadio Mane and Kingsley Coman Throughout the match, Sadio Mané emerged as Al Nassr’s standout player, scoring the decisive goal that shifted the momentum. Head coach Jorge Jesus focused on making the wings the focal point of the game, allowing the Senegalese forward to shine. Following a corner kick by João Félix, Mané found himself unmarked in Damac’s penalty area. He won the aerial duel and headed the ball into the net to score the goal. بصناعة جواو فيليكس 🎯ساديو ماني يسجل هدف التقدم للنصر ⚽️هكذا جاء الهدف الأول 🟡#النصر_ضمك | #دوري_روشن_السعودي pic.twitter.com/3SAOq4R3lR— رياضة ثمانية (@thmanyahsports) May 21, 2026 Far from slowing down their offensive pace in the second half, Al Nassr continued to shine down the wings. After a spectacular run by Nawaf Boushal, he found Kingsley Coman and passed him the ball. The Frenchman dribbled past Damac’s defenders, playing a give-and-go with Abdullah Alkhaibari to find himself alone on the edge of the box. Taking advantage of his powerful shot, he unleashed a fierce strike, leaving Kewin with no chance. كومان يعزز تقدم النصر بتسديدة من خارج المنطقة ⚽️🔥قصة هدف النصر الثاني كاملة 🟡#النصر_ضمك | #دوري_روشن_السعودي pic.twitter.com/BQoTumZsMM— رياضة ثمانية (@thmanyahsports) May 21, 2026 Despite great performances from Mane and Coman, Cristiano Ronaldo outshone them both with a spectacular brace. Although he went largely unnoticed for much of the match, he managed to score a spectacular free kick from what seemed like a tight angle. Far from stopping there, he doubled down, scoring a brace after a pass from Joao Felix inside the box, beating Kewin of Damac once again.
Following their victory over Al Shabab, Al Nassr are on the verge of clinching the Saudi Pro League title, needing a win today against Al Hilal to secure it. With this in mind, both teams are fielding their strongest lineups, as the season could come down to this one game. Al Nassr and Al Hilal face each other in one of the most competitive matches of the season, as today’s game could determine the winner of the 2025–26 Saudi Pro League. Although Jorge Jesus’ team remain at the top of the table, they have lost four matches this season. This is far from the case for Simone Inzaghi’s team, as they remain unbeaten throughout the campaign, complicating Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of being crowned league champion. Al Hilal have managed to become the most consistent team in the league, remaining the only unbeaten side. Under head coach Simone Inzaghi, they have maintained one of the league’s best defenses, supported by a strong midfield. In addition, Karim Benzema and Sergej Milinković-Savić lead the attack, with support from Malcom and Theo Hernández on the wings, giving them hope of securing a victory. Head coach Jorge Jesus has transformed Al Nassr’s reality, turning them into the best offensive team in the Saudi Pro League. Not only is Cristiano Ronaldo shining from a scoring standpoint, but João Félix and Sadio Mané are as well, giving the team versatility and changes of pace. Despite this, they face a clear challenge: Maintaining defensive consistency, something they have rarely achieved this season despite the strong performances of Iñigo Martínez. In case Cristiano Ronaldo’s team manage to defeat Al Hilal, they could be crowned Saudi Pro League champions, ending a seven-year drought. That’s why both teams are playing for the most important part of the season, as Karim Benzema’s side would need a victory today and to maintain their unbeaten run in the remaining matches to take the title away from Al Nassr. Cristiano Ronaldo of Al-Nassr celebrates with teammate Kingsley Coman. Al Nassr confirmed lineup vs Al Hilal Despite entering today’s match as favorites, Al Nassr will face Al Hilal with five key absences: Ângelo, Nawaf Al-Aqeedi, Raghid Alaa Najjar, Sami Al-Najei, and Mubarak Buainain. Nevertheless, head coach Jorge Jesus has recovered Kingsley Coman, allowing him to partner Sadio Mané on the wings. From a scoring standpoint, Cristiano Ronaldo and João Félix are expected to be key once again, just as they have been throughout the season. Considering this, Al Nassr will lineup as follows: Bento Krepski; Nawaf Boushal, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Mohamed Simakan, Iñigo Martinez; Kingsley Coman, Ali Alhassan, Marcelo Brozovic, Sadio Mane; Joao Felix, Cristiano Ronaldo. Al Hilal confirmed lineup vs Al Nassr Al Hilal are looking to surprise Al Nassr by defeating them with their impressive defensive and offensive consistency. Although head coach Simone Inzaghi will be without Hamad Al Yami and Kalidou Koulibaly, he still has Karim Benzema, Sergej Milinković-Savić, Theo Hernández, and Rúben Neves available. With them in the roster, they are aiming for a victory that would once again establish them as favorites to win the Saudi Pro League. With this in mind, Al Hilal will play as follows: Yassine Bounou; Hassan Altambakti, Moteb Al-Harbi, Ruben Neves, Theo Hernández; Mohamed Kanno, Nasser Aldawsari; Malcom, Sergej Milinković-Savić, Salem Al Dawsari; Karim Benzema.
After the latest win over Al-Ahli, Al Nassr visit Al-Qadisiya, looking for a victory that brings them closer to the Saudi Pro League title. Given his major impact in front of goal, fans are closely watching Cristiano Ronaldo’s status for the match, as he is expected to be a difference-maker. Al Nassr have put together an impressive run of 16 consecutive victories, moving ever closer to the Saudi Pro League title. With this in mind, they visit Al-Qadisiya today, aiming to extend their strong streak with the attacking firepower that makes them the league’s top offensive team. To that end, fans are keeping a close eye on Cristiano Ronaldo’s status ahead of the game, as he is expected to be decisive. Cristiano Ronaldo has managed to avoid injuries and physical fatigue in recent matches, so he is in top condition. With this in mind, Al Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus will start him, as he is coming off a goal in the previous game and could do it again. Additionally, the Portuguese striker will be looking to close the gap on Julián Quiñones and Ivan Toney in the scoring charts. Coupled with the Portuguese veteran, Al Nassr will line up Joao Felix, aiming again for the imposing offensive duo that has dominated the league. After losing the last four encounters against Al-Qadisiya, they are set to impose their prowess, securing first place in the charts. For that reason, Iñigo Martinez and Mohamed Simakan will lead the defense again, looking to stop Julián Quiñones’ good form. While Al-Qadisiya are not competing to win the Saudi Pro League, they have been one of the league’s top teams. With their attacking firepower led by Julián Quiñones, they will look to defeat Al Nassr as they push to fight for third place in the standings. Additionally, they could take advantage of the large spaces left by head coach Jorge Jesus’s high press to secure a fifth consecutive victory. Cristiano Ronaldo of team Al Nassr FC after the Saudi Pro League game between Al Nassr and Al Ahli Al-Qadisiya lineup vs Al Nassr Al-Qadisiya enter the match against Al Nassr with four key absences: Waleed Al-Ahmad, Turki Al-Ammar, Mateo Retegui, and Julian Weigl due to injury. As a result, head coach Brendan Rodgers will expected to make significant changes to his starting lineup, as they have managed to shine offensively. However, they face the tough challenge of being consistent defensively, as Cristiano Ronaldo’s team is the best attacking side in the Saudi Pro League. Considering this, Al-Qadisiya will play as follows: Koen Casteels; Muhammad Abu al-Shamat, Jehad Thakri, Nacho Fernández, Gastón Álvarez; Musab Al-Juwayr, Nahitan Nández, Otavio, Christopher Bonsu Baah; Abdullah Al Salem, Julian Quiñones. Al Nassr lineup vs Al-Qadisiya Like Al-Qadisiya, Al Nassr enter today’s match with three absences: Raghid Alaa Najjar, Mubarak Buainain, and Sami Al-Najei. However, head coach Jorge Jesus still has his top players in peak condition, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix standing out the most. In addition, they have Kingsley Coman and Angelo, who can dominate with their pace. Despite this, they face the difficult task of stopping Julián Quiñones, who is in excellent goal-scoring form. With this in mind, Al Nassr will lineup as follows: Bento Krepski; Nawaf Boushal, Mohamed Simakan, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Iñigo Martinez; Marcelo Brozovic, Abdullah Alkhaibari; Kingsley Coman, Joao Felix, Angelo, Cristiano Ronaldo.
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