In a match from the Saudi Pro League, Cristiano Ronaldo continued to showcase his elite status by scoring the decisive goal in the 88th minute, securing Al Nassr’s second consecutive victory. This crucial goal not only helped the team claim all three points but also brought Ronaldo closer to the historic milestone of 1,000 career goals.
Ronaldo scores, taking his career tally to 920 – Illustrative image
Ronaldo’s goal at the Saudi Pro League takes his career total to 920 (Image: Futbolero).
Ronaldo: A Living Legend of World Football
Ronaldo’s goal came at a critical moment in the match. After an accurate pass from Sadio Mane, the Portuguese star calmly finished past the opposing goalkeeper, Peter Szappano. With this goal, Ronaldo officially increased his career goal tally to 920. His remarkable achievements include:
- 5 goals for Sporting Lisbon
- 145 goals for Manchester United
- 450 goals for Real Madrid
- 101 goals for Juventus
- 135 goals for the Portugal national team
- 84 goals for Al Nassr
At age 38, Ronaldo continues to maintain peak performance and demonstrate exceptional goal-scoring ability. This not only highlights his natural talent but also underscores his relentless work ethic and extraordinary determination.
Match Highlights: A Thrilling Pursuit
Before Ronaldo’s brilliance, Al Nassr took the lead thanks to an own goal by Marwane Saadane in the 41st minute. In the second half, Mohamed Simakan extended the lead with a precise shot assisted by Angelo.
However, the visiting team Al Fateh did not give up easily. Mourad Batna reduced the deficit to 1-2. The final minutes were tense as Al Fateh fought hard to equalize. But in the decisive moment, Ronaldo stepped up with a vital goal in the 88th minute to secure the win for Al Nassr.
Notably, Ronaldo scored another goal in stoppage time, but it was disallowed for offside.
Significance of the Win: Al Nassr’s Position and Ambitions
This victory propelled Al Nassr to third place in the Saudi Pro League standings under the leadership of coach Stefano Pioli. They currently hold a one-point advantage over fourth-placed Al Qadisiya. However, the gap between them and the leaders, Al Hilal and Al Ittihad, remains significant, with both teams maintaining a comfortable eight-point lead.
On January 30, Ronaldo and his teammates face a challenging away match against Al Raed, who are currently near the bottom of the league table. Nonetheless, with their current form, Al Nassr is well-positioned to secure all three points and further improve their standing.
Conclusion: The Journey Towards 1,000 Goals
Cristiano Ronaldo continues to write new chapters in his illustrious career. With 920 goals, he is just 80 goals away from the historic 1,000-goal mark—a number well within reach if he maintains his current form.
Football fans in Vietnam and around the world eagerly await the moment Ronaldo reaches this milestone. Stay tuned for every moment of CR7’s journey!
Source:
Dantri.com.vn
