Youssef En-Nesyri scored his first goal for Al-Ittihad as the Moroccan striker helped his new club take the lead in an AFC Champions League clash against Al-Gharafa.
The goal came in just his second appearance for the Saudi Arabian side, three minutes into the match, following a decisive pass from Muhannad Al-Shanqiti.
En-Nesyri controlled the ball expertly inside the penalty area before finishing with precision to give Al-Ittihad an early advantage.
En-Nesyri’s strike highlighted his technical ability and sharpness in front of goal, as he calmly navigated Al-Gharafa’s defence to open the scoring.
The goal was a strong statement from the Moroccan international, demonstrating his potential impact in his new team.
The forward joined Al-Ittihad recently and has quickly begun to integrate into the squad.
While still in the early stages of his tenure in the Saudi Pro League, the goal provides a confidence boost for both player and club, showing he can adapt quickly to a new league and maintain his scoring threat at continental level.
Al-Ittihad will look to build on the early advantage provided by En-Nesyri as they pursue further progress in the AFC Champions League.
His ability to link with teammates and exploit defensive gaps is likely to be a key factor in the team’s attacking strategy in upcoming matches.
For En-Nesyri, scoring so early in his Al-Ittihad career also offers reassurance after a high-profile move.
The Moroccan striker has previously impressed in European football with his clinical finishing and movement, and his early goal in Asia suggests he is transferring those qualities effectively to his new environment.
With the AFC Champions League campaign underway, Al-Ittihad will hope that En-Nesyri can continue to contribute decisively, helping the club compete on the continental stage while establishing himself as a leading figure in their attack.
