Sadio Mane had an exceptional beginning in the Saudi Pro League, scoring a goal just four minutes into the match against former Liverpool teammates Steven Gerrard and Jordan Henderson, who were playing for Liverpool legends.
The goal showcased Mane’s trademark style, as he accelerated up the field, temporarily lost and then regained possession, and ultimately slotted home a close-range shot from a right-wing cross.
This gave Al-Nassr a 1-0 advantage on the scoreboard.
The match started positively for the former Liverpool player, but for two beloved figures of Anfield, manager Steven Gerrard and midfielder Jordan Henderson, who now represented Al-Ettifaq, it was a contrasting experience filled with disappointment.
They could only watch in frustration as a familiar face put them at a deficit.
At halftime, Al-Nassr, without Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, held a 1-0 lead.