The Portuguese forward showed he still had a nose for goal with a strike in the Asian continental competition.
2023/2024 AFC Champions League
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Cristiano Ronaldo's goal propels Al-Nassr to 1-0 victory in Asian Champions League
The Portuguese star openned his 2024 scoring account with a decisive goal for Al-Nassr in the Asian Champions League, while the team secured a 1-0 lead heading into the crucial home leg.
In a decisive moment during the round of 16 tie against Al Feiha in the Asian Champions League, Portuguese sensation Cristiano Ronaldo showcased his goal-scoring prowess, securing Al-Nassr's opening goal after 81 minutes of intense play.
Executing a seamless interchange of play with teammate Marcelo Brozovic, Ronaldo strategically navigated the penalty box, skillfully dispatching the ball past the advancing goalkeeper. The goal not only marked Ronaldo's first of the year but also showcased his enduring skill and precision on the field.
Following the goal, the 39-year-old maestro celebrated with a distinctive gesture, opting for a variation from his iconic SIUUU move. Ronaldo jubilantly ran off, incorporating jumps into his celebration, ultimately placing his hands across his chest in a unique display of triumph.
Line-ups
Al Fayha XI: Stojkovic, Anthony Nwakaeme, Husein Al-Shuwaish, Abdulrahman Al-Safari, Sultan Mandash, Mohammed Al-Baqawi, Fashion Sakala, Sami Al-Khaybari, Makhir Saleh, Nawaf Al-Harthi, Rakan Al-Kaabi
Subs: Khalid Al-Kabi, Henry Onyekuru, Osama Al-Khalaf, A.Sabiri, Mohanad Al-Qaydhi, Abdulrahman Al-Anazi, Abdulraouf Al-Duqayl, Khaled Al-Rammah
Al Nassr FC XI: Ronaldo, A. Behich, Brozovic, Laporte, Otávio, Talisca, Sultan Al-Ghannam, Abdullah Alkhaibari, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Raghed Al-Najjar, Ayman Yahya
Subs: Waleed Abdullah, Mohammed Al-Fatil, Mohammed Qasem, Abdulmajeed Al-Sulayhim, Sami Al-Najei, Ali Al-Hassan, Nawaf Al-Boushal, Abdulaziz Al-Aliwa, Meshari Al Nemer