“Cristiano Ronaldo’s Award-Winning Goal in Saudi Arabia”

Cristiano Ronaldo is once again in the spotlight on the other side of Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese striker is rewarded for his beautiful goal which earned Al Nassr victory on Tuesday against Al Shabab in the Saudi league.

During the hot Riyadh derby last Tuesday, Al Nasser won against Al-Shabab (3-2) thanks to a decisive goal from Cristiano Ronaldo. The start of the match was not favorable to the yellow and blue who were at home. In the 24th minute, a penalty converted by Guanca, with the help of VAR, gave Al-Shabab the lead. Al Nassr despite Cristiano Ronaldo, could not equalize. But Guanca’s goal which netted the second for Al-Shabab in the 40th minute woke up the five-time Ballon d’Or winner and his teammates.

Before half-time, Anderson Talisca closed the gap with an action that brought on Cristiano Ronaldo. Upon returning from the locker room, Al Nassr returned with determination to Mrsool Park. On the hour mark, Cristiano Ronaldo showed perseverance. He scored a superb goal from inside the penalty area, giving Al Nassr the lead. Special celebrations followed. The famous “Siiii” so appreciated by fans. Then the gesture of kneeling in reverence or prostration before Allah, known as sujud, caused immense euphoria in the stadium.

Ronaldo awarded in Saudi Arabia

Cristiano Ronaldo’s life-saving goal captivated the world of football whether in Saudi Arabia, Europe or all over the world.

Alerted by former Marseille Luiz Gustavo, the former Real Madrid resisted the duel before adjusting the opposing goalkeeper Seung-Gyu Kim. Admittedly, his goal will not have served much. Two days before the end of the Championship, Al-Nassr still occupies second place, three points behind leader Al-Ittihad who is one victory away from the coronation.

Nevertheless, Ronaldo is rewarded. Officially this Thursday, the Portuguese goal is named the best goal of the week in the Saudi Pro League.

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