Cristiano Ronaldo once again proved decisive as Al Nassr extended their flawless start to the Saudi Pro League season with a 2–1 victory over Al Fayha at Al-Awwal Park on Saturday night.

Ronaldo, 40, equalized in the 37th minute with a trademark header after Jason had given Al Fayha a shock lead in the 13th minute. With the game heading for a draw, the Portuguese superstar stepped up deep into stoppage time to convert a 104th-minute penalty, securing all three points for Al Nassr and preserving their perfect 8–0 league record.

The brace took Ronaldo’s astonishing career tally to 952 goals, putting him just 48 goals away from the 1,000-goal milestone a landmark no professional footballer has ever achieved.

Adding to the family’s celebration, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., aged 15, also made headlines earlier in the day after scoring on his debut for Portugal’s U-16 national team, further fueling talk of a new Ronaldo generation on the rise.

Ronaldo’s spirited post-match Saudi dance celebration delighted fans inside Al-Awwal Park and underscored his continued influence both on and off the pitch.

With the win, Al Nassr remain top of the Saudi Pro League, continuing their dominant run under coach Luis Castro, while Al Fayha drop further into mid-table despite a brave showing.

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Manchester United fought back twice to secure a 2–2 draw with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Saturday, marking exactly one year since Rúben Amorim took charge and extending their unbeaten run in all competitions.

The Red Devils started brightly and took the lead in the 35th minute through Casemiro, who headed home from a Bruno Fernandes corner to give United control of the game.

Forest, however, responded swiftly as Morgan Gibbs-White equalized with a composed finish before halftime, capitalizing on a lapse in United’s defensive organization.

In the second half, the hosts went ahead when Chris Wood struck in the 65th minute, punishing Diogo Dalot’s misjudged clearance.

United, determined not to lose, found their way back into the game through Amad Diallo, who unleashed a stunning long-range effort in the 78th minute to make it 2–2.

Despite United’s attacking pressure late on, Forest held firm, buoyed by a dominant midfield performance from Elliot Anderson, who recorded 14 recoveries and a 100% tackle success rate.

The result keeps Manchester United in second place on goal difference, while Nottingham Forest continue to build momentum under their new leadership.

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Arsenal continued their impressive Premier League form with a 2–0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor on Saturday, extending their lead at the top of the table to seven points.

The Gunners struck early through Viktor Gyökeres, who rose highest to head home from a corner in the 13th minute, before Declan Rice doubled the advantage in the 34th minute with a looping header from Leandro Trossard’s precise cross.

The result marked Arsenal’s fifth consecutive league win and seventh straight clean sheet, underlining Mikel Arteta’s side’s growing dominance both defensively and in attack.

In the second half, Arsenal maintained control of possession, dictating the tempo and limiting Burnley to speculative efforts. Despite some late pressure from the hosts, David Raya remained largely untested as Arsenal comfortably saw out the win.

The victory strengthens Arsenal’s position at the summit of the Premier League table, with their title credentials looking increasingly convincing as the season progresses.

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Chelsea earned a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in a tense Premier League clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, thanks to a brilliant defensive display from Moises Caicedo and a first-half strike by João Pedro.

The Ecuadorian midfielder was at the heart of Chelsea’s performance, breaking up play with relentless energy and precision. His double dispossession in midfield set up the swift counterattack that led to Pedro’s decisive goal.

Caicedo completed 12 tackles and interceptions, anchoring the midfield and giving Chelsea’s full-backs license to push forward. His composure and work rate helped Mauricio Pochettino’s men maintain control of possession and see out the narrow win.

Tottenham endured a frustrating night as Lucas Bergvall limped off early due to injury, while substitute Xavi Simons struggled to make an impact. Despite a late rally, Spurs failed to register a shot on target until the closing minutes.

The defeat sees Tottenham drop to eighth place on the league table with 14 points, while Chelsea climb to third with 22 points as their resurgence under Pochettino continues.

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The Premier League has unveiled eight nominees for the EA SPORTS Player of the Month award for October 2025, celebrating standout performances across the month.

Among the nominees are Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United), Erling Haaland (Manchester City), and Jurrien Timber (Arsenal), each recognized for their decisive roles in their clubs’ impressive runs.

Mbeumo registered four goal involvements in three consecutive victories, Haaland netted all three of City’s goals in October to extend his lead in the Golden Boot race, while Timber was instrumental in three clean sheets, helping Arsenal maintain their place at the top of the table.

Fans and football experts can cast their votes until November 3, after which the overall winner will be announced from the stellar shortlist representing some of the league’s finest form this season.

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