When it comes to the art of delivering when it matters most, Cristiano Ronaldo once again proved why he remains one of football’s all-time greats. In Al-Nassr’s latest Saudi Pro League clash against Al-Riyadh, the 40-year-old legend scored twice in the second half to lead his side to a 2-1 comeback win. After trailing at half-time due to a goal from Faiz Selemani, Ronaldo equalised with a tap-in in the 56th minute following a pass from Sadio Mane.
Just eight minutes later, he produced a stunning volley into the top corner, sealing victory and bringing his professional goal tally to a staggering 933. Al-Nassr now sits third in the table, one point behind Al-Hilal and eight behind league leaders Al-Ittihad, as the title race heats up. With 32 goals and 4 assists this season, Ronaldo remains in scintillating form.
Despite the growing excitement around his potential to reach 1,000 career goals, he stated he’s not obsessed with the milestone, choosing instead to enjoy each moment. Acknowledging that these are the final years of his career, Ronaldo emphasized playing “step by step” and focusing on one championship at a time, rather than being burdened by records.