ABHA — In a thrilling encounter on Wednesday night, Cristiano Ronaldo demonstrated his continued prowess as Al Nassr secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Damac, reclaiming second place in the Roshn Saudi League.
The highlight of the match came just five minutes into the second half when Ronaldo capitalized on a perfectly weighted through ball from Joao Felix. With precision, he coolly slotted the ball past goalkeeper Kewin, marking his 16th goal of the current league season. This achievement not only puts him at the top of the scoring charts but also brings him closer to a monumental career tally of 960 goals, just 40 shy of the historic 1,000-goal milestone.
Notably, Ronaldo’s remarkable game was slightly marred when another potential goal was ruled out due to a marginal offside decision, underscoring the fine margins that can dictate match outcomes.
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Al Nassr initially took control of the match thanks to Abdulrahman Ghareeb’s stunning opener, showcasing individual brilliance with a remarkable finish inside the Damac penalty area. The hosts, however, showed resilience. Damac’s Jamal Harknass scored a vital header midway through the second half, narrowing the scoreline and setting up a tense finale.
Despite sustained pressure from Damac in the closing minutes, Al Nassr held firm to secure three critical points, leapfrogging Al Ahli — powered by in-form striker Ivan Toney — and narrowing the gap to league leaders Al Hilal to just four points.
After the match, Ronaldo conveyed a determined message on social media as the title race heats up: “Keep pushing. Keep believing. Keep fighting.”