Cristiano Ronaldo has achieved another milestone in his legendary career. The Portuguese star scored twice in Al Nassr's recent 3-1 win over Al Khaleej, taking his goal tally to 13 in the Saudi Pro League this season.
More importantly, his first goal of the night marked his 100th goal contribution for the club. Since joining Al Nassr in December 2022, Ronaldo has continued to score goals by the bucket-load, proving his enduring brilliance even as he nears 40.
His impact goes beyond goals. Ronaldo’s leadership and experience have helped Al Nassr stay competitive in a league filled with top talent.
Despite trailing league leaders Al Hilal by 11 points, Al Nassr remain hopeful of a title push this season, with Ronaldo at the forefront.
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Ronaldo's first goal against Al Khaleej came in the 65th minute. With a precise low shot from outside the box, he showcased his signature accuracy and calmness under pressure.
After Al Khaleej equalized in the 80th minute, Al Nassr quickly regained the lead. Sultan Al-Ghannam scored to put them ahead, and Ronaldo sealed the victory with a close-range finish deep into stoppage time.
With his 13th league goal, Ronaldo now leads the Saudi Pro League’s top scorers, surpassing stars like Aleksandar Mitrovic and Karim Benzema.
Saudi Pro League goal scorers:
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr): 13 goals
- Aleksandar Mitrovic (Al Hilal): 12 goals
- Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad): 11 goals
Al Nassr's win puts them in third place, but they still have work to do to catch the dominant side, Al Hilal. Ronaldo's impressive form will be crucial in their chase for the title.
Looking ahead, Al Nassr faces a key match against Al Ittifaq on January 29, with another crucial clash against Al Hilal looming.
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