Duran scores another brace for new club Al Nassr

Having scored a brace on only his second appearance for Al Nassr last week - he blanked on his debut for the club - Jhon Duran struck twice again in his side's 3-2 win over Al Ahli on Thursday night in the Saudi Pro League.

The Colombian broke the deadlock in the 32nd minute of the clash before former Brentford forward Toney cancelled out Al Nassr's lead in the 78th minute. Yahya, who provided the assist for the opener, restored the visitors' lead just two minutes later before Duran added another with a stunning solo goal.

The 21-year-old received the ball at the halfway line from Brozovic before storming forward on his own. He used his pace to get past two Al Ahli defenders and was quickly met by ex-Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, who was helpless as Duran hit the ball in the back of the net. 

Al Nabit netted in stoppage-time but it was not enough to stop Al Nassr from claiming three points in Jeddah. Duran now counts four goals with three appearances for the Middle Eastern giants since he left Aston Villa in the closing days of the January transfer window for €77 million.

 

February 13, 2025