Ronaldo Shines in Al Nassr’s Dominant Victory

omidbasir- Al Nassr continued their impeccable start to the Saudi Pro League season with an impressive 4-1 victory over Al Khaleej on Sunday. This notable result featured contributions from Cristiano Ronaldo along with several other high-profile signings from the club.

João Félix and Sadio Mané opened the scoring, and Ronaldo capped off the triumph in dramatic fashion during stoppage time. Defying age and physical limitations, the 40-year-old superstar executed a stunning overhead kick, adding flair to the team’s performance.

Although Al Khaleej’s goalkeeper Anthony Moris managed to get both hands on the shot, it was insufficient to prevent the ball from finding the back of the net.

This remarkable goal marks the 954th of Ronaldo’s illustrious career, solidifying Al Nassr’s position at the top of the league table, four points ahead of their nearest rivals. It also signifies the fourth overhead kick in the extensive catalog of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.

Among his most memorable acrobatic goals was a disallowed bicycle kick scored while representing Portugal during a Euro 2008 qualifier against Azerbaijan on October 7, 2006. Although he scored two goals in that match, a stunning overhead effort was unjustly ruled out due to a lack of technology to assist the officials.

Another notable moment came during a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Faroe Islands, where Ronaldo executed a brilliant scissor kick just two minutes into the match, contributing to a 5-1 victory.

Ronaldo’s leaping volley in a UEFA Nations League match against Poland a year prior further showcased his aerial prowess, as he netted two goals in that game.

Undoubtedly, the most iconic overhead kick of Ronaldo’s career occurred during the 2017-18 Champions League quarterfinal against Juventus, where he scored an unforgettable goal that earned him acclaim as UEFA’s best goal of the tournament.