Al-Nassr cruise past Jeddah into last 16 of King Cup

Al-Nassr progressed into the round of 16 of the King Cup with a 4-0 win at Jeddah. (X/@AlNassrFC_EN)
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  • Al-Ittihad edge out Al-Wehda, while Al-Najma, Al-Hazem and Al-Zulfi also progress

RIYADH: Al-Nassr progressed to the last 16 of the King Cup with a comfortable 4-0 victory over Jeddah at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium on Tuesday night.

An own goal by defender Faisal Abu Bakr put the visiting Saudi Pro League leaders in front against their Division 1 hosts in the eighth minute, and second-half goals from Wesley, in the 61st minute, Joao Felix (71st) and Mohammed Simakan (89th) sealed a comprehensive win.

Meanwhile, reigning SPL champions Al-Ittihad edged out home side Al-Wehda, with Saleh Al-Shehri scoring the only goal of the game from the penalty spot.

In the biggest upset of the day, Division 1 side Al-Zulfi defeated Pro League visitors Al-Fayha 4-3 on penalties, after the match ended goalless.

In the remaining games on Tuesday, Al-Najma beat Damac 2-1, and Al-Hazem overcame Neom by the same score.