In a jaw-dropping spectacle that left football fans in awe, the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name further into the annals of sporting history by notching his 850th career goal during Al Nassr’s resounding 5-1 conquest over Al Hazem in the Saudi Pro League on a memorable Saturday. Ronaldo’s performance was nothing short of spectacular, as he found the back of the net for the sixth time in just three games, reaffirming his dominance as the league’s leading scorer this season.
Since his transfer from Manchester United to Al Nassr in December, Ronaldo has been nothing less than sensational, boasting an astonishing 26 goals in a mere 30 games for his new club. It’s worth noting that the maestro celebrated his 800th career goal while donning the Manchester United jersey back in December 2021.
In the wake of Saturday’s electrifying match, Ronaldo took to social media to share his exhilaration, stating, “Another awe-inspiring team performance! We continue our journey of progress. I’ve now achieved 850 career goals, and the count goes on.”
Al-Nassr’s Ascendancy in the League
With this resounding victory, Al-Nassr has narrowed the gap between them and the league leaders, Al-Hilal, to a mere four points. Al-Hilal, under the leadership of Aleksandar Mitrovic, secured a heart-pounding 4-3 win against Al-Ittihad on the preceding Friday, with Karim Benzema contributing a crucial goal for the home side.
In a separate high-octane encounter, Moussa Dembele’s brace catapulted Al-Ettifaq to a 3-1 triumph over Damac. Al-Nassr’s victory extends their unbeaten streak to a commendable four matches, while Steven Gerrard’s Al-Ettifaq halted a two-game winless run with their victory.
Al-Ahli’s Setback at the Summit
However, a different tale unfolded for the Al-Ahli squad, featuring star players like Roberto Firmino, Gabri Veiga, Riyad Mahrez, and Allan Saint-Maximin. They endured a chastening 5-1 defeat at the hands of Al-Fateh, a loss that saw them relinquish their stronghold at the top of the league standings. This unexpected twist in the league’s narrative promises a thrilling and fiercely competitive season ahead in the Saudi Pro League.
