PSG vs. Al-Nassr: Messi and Ronaldo Score in Thrilling Friendly
Epic Encounter in Saudi Arabia
Goals Galore and Star Power
On Tuesday, July 25, 2023, the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, hosted a blockbuster friendly match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and a combined XI of players from Al Nassr and Al Hilal, showcasing two of the world's greatest footballers: Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
The game lived up to its billing as a goal-fest, with both sides showcasing their attacking prowess. Messi opened the scoring for PSG just three minutes into the match, while Ronaldo equalized for the Saudi All-Stars in the 34th minute.
PSG regained the lead through Kylian Mbappé in the 60th minute, but Ronaldo again leveled the scores with a stunning free-kick in the 68th minute. The French giants surged ahead once more through Marquinhos' header off a corner in the 78th minute.
However, the Saudi All-Stars refused to go down without a fight. Talisca pulled one back in the 82nd minute, and Salem Al Dawsari nearly equalized with a brilliant effort in the dying moments of the game.
Ultimately, PSG held on for a 5-4 victory in a match that will long be remembered for its entertainment value and the presence of two footballing legends on the same pitch.
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