Cristiano Ronaldo opened his goal account for the year with a crucial strike just before halftime, helping Al Nassr secure a 3-1 victory over Al Okhdood in the Saudi Pro League. The Portuguese forward netted the second goal for his team in the 42nd minute, building on Sadio Mané’s earlier effort. The visitors had taken an early lead, scoring six minutes into the match, increasing the pressure on Al Nassr.
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Despite the set back, Al Nassr continued to play smoothly and create opportunities. One was ruled out through a foul committed, but Mané leveled in the 29th minute off a beautiful team move. Ronaldo’s goal was his 11th in the league this season. He had netted 36 goals in 39 matches for Al Nassr in 2024, moving his career count to a record 917.
Currently placed fourth in the league standings, with an 11-point deficit behind leaders Al Ittihad, Al Nassr is hoping to get out of the poor season they had initially. Ronaldo, who will turn 40 years in February, has restated his commitment to the club and a desire for titles. Al Nassr will face Al Taawoun this Friday, January 17, in a league match, and they resume their Champions League playoffs in February, bidding to qualify for the Round of 16.
