Alex Telles: Ex United Star Opens Saudi League Goal Account for Al Nassr With Messi like Freekick

Alex Telles: Ex United Star Opens Saudi League Goal Account for Al Nassr With Messi like Freekick

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at November 12, 2023 at 6:24 AM
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  • Alex Telles finally got off the mark for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League
  • The Brazilian defender took a leaf from Lionel Messi's playbook to score a scorching free-kick
  • It was his maiden strike in the Saudi League since joining Al-Nassr from Man United in the summer

Former Manchester United defender Alex Telles ended his goal-scoring drought for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League with a remarkable free-kick against Al Wehda on Saturday, November 11.

Telles, part of the wave of Premier League players who swapped Europe for the Middle East this summer, showcased his goal-scoring prowess in spectacular fashion for the Knights of Najd.

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Alex Telles notched a Lionel Messi-like freekick against Al Wehda in the Saudi League. Photos by Daniel Jayo and Jean Catuffe
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In a noteworthy moment, the 30-year-old left-back took charge of the free-kick and executed it with phenomenal precision, sending the ball directly into the net from the dead-ball situation, as noted by Fan Nation.

The goal marked Telles' first in the Saudi top flight after nine appearances for the Riyadh-based giants. It also represented his second overall goal for Al-Nassr, following his debut goal in the Saudi King's Cup, per Transfermarkt.

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Telles thanks Ronaldo, Talisca for goal

Meanwhile, Sports Brief reported that Al-Nassr left-back Alex Telles expressed gratitude after netting his first goal in the Saudi Pro League.

In a convincing win against Al Wehda at King Abdul Aziz Stadium, the former Manchester United defender showcased his skills with a remarkable free-kick, marking his debut in the Saudi top flight.

After the match, Telles, who was formerly teammates with Ronaldo at Old Trafford, conveyed his heartfelt thanks to CR7 and his compatriot Talisca for their contributions to his inaugural goal in the SPL.

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Telles stars as Al Nassr thump Al Wehda

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Al-Nassr asserted their dominance against Al-Wehda at the King Abdul Aziz Stadium in Mecca, clinching a 3-1 victory.

Goals from Alex Telles, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Abdulelah Al Amri bolstered the Knights of Najd's remarkable away record in the Saudi top division.

This triumph ensures that the Knights of Najd stay four points behind league leaders Al-Hilal as they enter the final international break of the calendar year.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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