Cristiano Ronaldo bounced back from a brief lean spell to score the second goal for Al-Nassr on Tuesday, helping the Saudi club secure a 5-1 victory over defending champions Al-Ain of the United Arab Emirates in the AFC Champions League Elite.
This goal marked Ronaldo’s 908th career goal, further adding to his legendary scoring record. While his goal-scoring abilities are well-known, it was his impressive defensive work rate that truly stood out in the match.
In one notable moment during the first half, Ronaldo lost possession of the ball following an attempted shot.
Instead of dwelling on the mistake, Ronaldo instantly sprinted back to reclaim possession, demonstrating his relentless commitment to the team. His hustle proved that he is willing to go the extra mile, even taking on defensive responsibilities typically handled by others. This moment highlighted that age is just a number for Ronaldo, who still has plenty of energy and determination left.
Instead of sulking, Ronaldo instantly sprinted back to win the ball, exemplifying his steadfast commitment to the team. His determination revealed that he’s ready to go the extra mile, even taking on defensive roles usually handled by others. This moment proved that age is just a number for Ronaldo, who still has plenty of energy and drive to give.
Al-Nassr has earned 10 points from four games, trailing local rivals Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli by two points, both of whom boast perfect records with four wins.
In September, Ronaldo made history by becoming the first player ever to reach 900 career goals. Despite being in the twilight of his career, the 39-year-old has shown no signs of slowing down.
While reaching 1,000 career goals may seem challenging, former Portuguese star Jorge Andrade believes Ronaldo can achieve the extraordinary.
“With Cristiano Ronaldo, nothing is impossible. Throughout football history, the 1,000-goal milestone has been associated with our great idol, Pele. But now, both Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have surpassed other legends like Diego Maradona and Pele.
“They have managed to shine in football in a relatively short time. It’s no surprise that Ronaldo could break that record. He takes great care of his body and has a history of very few injuries. He also manages his efforts well, both with the Portuguese national team and in his league,” said Andrade.
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