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The Saudi Pro League has seen international stars take center stage. But local players remain the backbone of the competition. Salem Al-Dawsari of Al Hilal, Firas Al-Buraikan of Al Ahli, and Sultan Al-Ghannam of Al Nassr lead the charge. Alongside rising prospects like Musab Al-Juwayr, Saudi talent is proving crucial. That too for both club and country.

Cristiano Ronaldo has urged Al-Nassr supporters to rally behind the team as they begin their Saudi Pro League season, aiming to surpass last year's third-place finish. The Portuguese star, entering his third season with the club, seeks his first trophy with Al-Nassr. He recently lost the Saudi Super Cup final.

Al-Nassr faced defeat against Al-Ahli in the Saudi Super Cup final after a penalty shootout. The match concluded 2-2 after normal time. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 100th goal for Al-Nassr during the game from the penalty spot. However, his team missed crucial penalties as Al-Ahli Saudi secured the victory. Ronaldo's quest for a major trophy with Al-Nassr continues.