Cristiano Ronaldo shines as Al Nassr defeats Al-Shabab 3-2 in Saudi Arabia League match
In a thrilling matchday 21 clash of the Saudi Arabia League, Cristiano Ronaldo led Al Nassr to a 3-2 victory over Al-Shabab. The 39-year-old Portuguese forward showcased his skills by scoring a crucial goal from a penalty kick, taking his tally to 22 goals in the current Arabian tournament.
Meanwhile, in another exciting football fixture, Liverpool emerged victorious over Chelsea in extra time to clinch the Carabao Cup, thanks to a stunning goal from Van Dijk.
Ronaldo’s remarkable performance on the field has sparked discussions about his quest for 1000 career goals. With his 877th career goal secured in the recent match, the iconic footballer is just 123 goals away from achieving this incredible milestone.
The match saw Al Nassr face a tough challenge from the local team, with Yannick Carrasco equalizing for Al-Shabab just before half-time. However, Ronaldo’s teammate Talisca stepped up in the second half to secure the winning goal and seal the 3-2 victory for Al Nassr.
Following this result, Al Nassr remains in second place in the league standings with 52 points, trailing behind Al-Hilal, the current league leaders, by just four points. Ronaldo continues to dazzle fans with his exceptional performance at 39 years old, proving that age is just a number in the world of football.