2022–23 Al-Nassr FC season

Al-Nassr FC 2022–23 Season Overview

1. Saudi Pro League (SPL):

• Al-Nassr finished the 2022–23 Saudi Pro League season in 2nd place.
• The team performed strongly throughout the season but faced competition from clubs like Al-Ittihad, who secured the league title.
• The arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo in December 2022 boosted the team's profile and provided a major boost in terms of both marketing and on-pitch performance. Ronaldo made an immediate impact, scoring goals and assisting in several matches.

2. Saudi King's Cup:

• Al-Nassr competed in the 2022–23 King's Cup, but their run ended early, as they were eliminated in the round of 16. They were knocked out by Al-Fateh.

3. AFC Champions League:

• The team participated in the 2022 AFC Champions League and reached the round of 16.
• Al-Nassr faced tough competition and was eliminated by Al-Taawoun in the knockout stage.

4. Players and Key Signings:

• Cristiano Ronaldo joined the team in December 2022 on a two-and-a-half-year contract, marking the biggest signing in Saudi football history. His arrival was widely covered globally and led to an increase in both the club’s popularity and marketability.
• Other key players for Al-Nassr included Talisca, Abdullah Madu, and Nawaf Al-Aqidi.

5. Manager:

• In 2022–23, the manager of Al-Nassr was Rudi García, the French coach who was appointed in June 2022. His leadership was essential in maintaining the team's competitiveness, especially after the Ronaldo signing.

Key Match Results and Impact:

• Cristiano Ronaldo's Impact: Ronaldo’s signing brought immense attention to the team and helped attract other top players to the league. While Al-Nassr didn’t clinch the league title in 2022–23, his presence helped in maintaining high performance throughout the season.