The 28-year-old Moroccan international, arrived from Türkiye after an eventful winter transfer, had a first outing to forget in his new colors. Established for this shock at the top, the striker failed to impact the match, helpless in the face of the defeat of the Jeddah giants. His arrival, although hailed as the “big blow” of the transfer window after administrative scares, did not have the immediate expected effect.
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Despite spending 90 minutes on the pitch, En-Nesyri posted a poor statistical record. Muzzled by the Al-Nassr defense, he was unable to get the slightest clear opportunity or record the slightest shot on target. His inability to touch the ball in the truth areas made his offensive impact “minimal”, leaving Al-Ittihad’s attack without a solution.
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This “invisible” performance instantly sparked a wave of criticism on social networks. Supporters, who hoped to see the new recruit fill the void left by the departure of Karim Benzema, are already wondering about his compatibility with the team’s playing system. The expectation surrounding his ability to lead the club to trophies in this second half of the season increases the pressure on his shoulders.
If the reception was frosty, the former Sevillian will benefit from other opportunities to acclimatize to the Saudi Pro League. After this first setback, the challenge for En-Nesyri will now be to quickly find his rhythm and prove that he can take on the heavy offensive legacy that has been entrusted to him.
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