Cristiano Ronaldo scored a goal, but could not prevent Al Nassr’s 2-1 defeat against Al Qadsiah on matchday 11 of the Saudi Pro League and suffered its first defeat in the championship. This score left it in a compromised position in the fight for the title because it is in third place with 22 points and the leader Al Hilal (28) and its second runner, Al Ittihad (27) still have to complete the day.
Cristiano broke the tie 31 minutes into the match held at Al-Awwal Park, located in the Saudi capital of Riyadh. The action that led to the 1-0 score was caused by the sending of a poorly cut cross by the goalkeeper, Koen Casteels. The Belgian goalkeeper dropped the ball inside the area and it was left to CR7, who did not waste the opportunity to send the ball into the back of the net.
A few moments after that play, the equalizer scored by Julián Quiñones came for the team where Equi Fernández – absent due to injury –, Nahitan Nandez, the former Real Madrid player Nacho, and the Gabonese attacker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang play. Precisely, the latter was in charge of completing the comeback five minutes into the second half.
Beyond the collective result, Cristiano Ronaldo’s individual production allowed him to increase his difference with Lionel Messi in the fight to be football’s all-time top scorer. He reached 911 goals in 1,252 official appearances between Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia (75 goals in 86 games), Portugal national team (135 goals in 217 games), Manchester United of England (145 goals in 346 games), Juventus of Italy ( 101 goals in 134 games), Real Madrid of Spain (450 goals in 438 games) and Sporting Lisbon of Portugal (5 goals in 31 games).
Cristiano Ronaldo’s celebration for his goal in Al Nassr (Fayez NURELDINE / AFP)
On the other hand, Messi scored a goal in the elimination of Inter Miami in the Major League Soccer (MLS) Playoffs and could not convert in the Argentine team’s commitments against Paraguay in Asunción and Peru in La Bombonera, but in the latter duel he gave an assist for Lautaro Martínez’s great goal. Thus, he recorded 850 goals and 379 assists in his 1,083 professional matches, adding what he did in Inter Miami of the United States (34 goals and 18 assists in 39 games), the Argentine national team (112 goals and 58 assists in 191 games), Barcelona from Spain (672 goals and 269 assists in 778 games) and Paris Saint Germain from France (32 goals and 34 assists in 75 games).
With La Pulga on vacation, Ronaldo, 39 years old (he will turn 40 on February 5), will have the advantage of being able to widen that gap in the four remaining games of 2024. This Monday he will visit Al Gharafa from Qatar for the fifth round of the Asian Champions. On Friday the 29th they will clash with Damac at home for the local tournament (11:40 a.m.), on Monday, December 2 they will host Qatari Al Sadd for the sixth round of the Champions League (3 p.m.) and on Friday the 6th they will face Al Ittihad as a visitor at the domestic level (14 hours).
Then, it will be time to face a break with an uncertain destiny. A few hours ago, information was released from the Turkish media, which disclosed an alleged contact between the Fenerbahce coach, José Mourinho, and El Bicho, in which The Special One asked him if he wanted to meet again since the following season, after having coached him during his time at Real Madrid. “If you leave, would you like to come?” the driver reportedly said to his former pupil.
Does Ronaldo’s pursuit of the all-time top scorer title prioritize individual achievement over team success, or can these goals coexist harmoniously in his current situation?
## World Today News Interview: Ronaldo’s Goal, Al Nassr’s Defeat, and the Race for the Top Scorer
**Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re joined by two esteemed guests to discuss Cristiano Ronaldo’s recent performance, Al Nassr’s loss, and the ongoing race between Ronaldo and Messi for the title of all-time top scorer.**
**Our guests are:**
* **[Guest 1 Name]**: A sports analyst specializing in Middle Eastern football
* **[Guest 2 Name]**: A football journalist known for their coverage of Ronaldo’s career
**Let’s begin!**
**Section 1: Al Nassr’s Defeat**
**Host:** Al Nassr suffered their first defeat of the season against Al Qadsia despite Ronaldo scoring a goal. [Guest 1], what factors contributed to Al Nassr’s surprising loss? Was it simply a bad day, or are there deeper issues within the team?
**Guest 1:**
**Host:** [Guest 2], how do you think this defeat will impact Al Nassr’s title aspirations, especially with Al Hilal and Al Ittihad close on their heels?
**Guest 2:**
**Section 2: Ronaldo’s Scoring Feat**
**Host:** Despite the loss, Ronaldo continues to make history. He reached 911 career goals, extending his lead over Messi in the race for the all-time top scorer title. [Guest 2], this achievement comes at a time when many question Ronaldo’s ability to maintain his form. How significant is this accomplishment in the context of his legendary career?
**Guest 2:**
**Host:** [Guest 1], how do you see the Saudi Pro League influencing Ronaldo’s pursuit of this record? Do you think the perceived lower level of competition will diminish the significance of his goals?
**Guest 1:**
**Section 3: The Messi vs. Ronaldo Rivalry**
**Host:** Let’s turn now to the ongoing rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi. With Messi on vacation and Ronaldo having several upcoming games, [Guest 2] what are the implications for this race in the short term? Could Ronaldo significantly widen the gap?
**Guest 2:**
**Host:** [Guest 1], looking ahead, how do you see this rivalry evolving? Is it purely a numbers game now, or are there other factors that will determine the “GOAT” title?
**Guest 1:**
**Section 4: Ronaldo’s Future**
**Host:** There have been recent reports linking Ronaldo with a move to Fenerbahce. [Guest 2], how credible are these rumors, and what factors might influence Ronaldo’s decision about his next club?
**Guest 2:**
**Host:** [Guest 1], how might a move to Fenerbahce impact Ronaldo’s chances of continuing to break scoring records?
**Guest 1:**
**Host:** Thank you both for your insightful perspectives. This has been a fascinating discussion. To our viewers, stay tuned for more updates on Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nasrr, and the ever-evolving world of football.
