AFC Champions League: A glorious return is indeed what the Portuguese superstar needed after losing out on the first leg of the ACLE due to a viral infection From the off Ronaldo showed intent and sharpness as he nearly scored twice in those opening 15 minutes. His energy and skill were very visible and he looked so keen to make an impact on this big stage. But Al Rayyan were able to dig in quite well with Brazilian goalkeeper Paolo Victor. who made a couple of fine saves to keep Ronaldo at bay from his initial attempts.
Although Ronaldo was held scoreless in the first half. which began to frustrate him, his perseverance was rewarded as the match wore on. Al Nassr was on a nose dive in the first half and just in time before the first half could come to an end, they finally succeeded in breaking the deadlock. Sadio Mane had been quick and noticeably an important player for Al Nassr, scoring with a spectacular flying header off a precise cross from Sultan Al-Ghannam. The goal was scored during stoppage time energizing the home crowd and providing a positive tone for the second half.
After the break Al Rayyan came out with a much more organized defense. They took control of the game better than before cutting down the spaces they had out on the flanks forcing Al Nassr to attack more centrally now. This made it harder for Al Nassr to keep the tempo they had when they were playing in the first half.
Ronaldo wasn’t too disappointed In the 48th minute he believed he had found the net off a well-directed through pass. The chorus of celebration was to be short-lived though as offside was raised by a linesman. The VAR consulted further with the on-field referee in what seemed a long discussion before he repeated the decision that cancelled Ronaldo goal.
when Ronaldo persistence was finally rewarded. On the right side of the field Ronaldo accepted the ball and in an instant of brilliance created a left-footed swerver that curled past the leg of the goalkeeper into the bottom corner of the net. The goal not only cemented Al Nassr lead but also fanned up the excitement within the hearts of the supporters of the host team as they erupted into cheers. It was poignant when Ronaldo dedicated his goal to his father who would have turned 71 on September 30. In that sense it happened at a time that had the potential to make the fans love him even more.
two minutes of regular time remaining, Al Rayyan went on the counterattack as the match entered its final minutes. Catching Al Nassr off guard they mounted a counterattack that finished with a crucial goal when bench player Roger Guedes headed in after a low cross from almost the left flank by Achraf Bencharki in the 87th minute. A late goal gave Al Rayyan hope for a comeback.
Cristiano Ronaldo scores for Al Nassr on father birthday
It just happens to come at a time when Cristiano Ronaldo has made an emotional mark on his career book with Al Nassr facing Al Rayyan in the AFC Champions League. The end-to-end match between the two teams was terrific, but one thing that will stay in memory is Ronaldo spectacular goal – dedicated to his late father, José Dinis Aveiro, who would have celebrated his birthday today. It is then that this poignant moment not only symbolized Ronaldo supernatural gift but also deepened these emotional bonds that spur him on as a player.
The decisive strike that is Ronaldo is nothing short of spectacular a powerful screamer that finds the back of the net to seal a victory for Al Nassr. He then pointed skyward after scoring. it was a moving tribute to his father who died in 2005. This gesture reflected how much he still misses his father presence in his life—his love and longing most vividly epitomized.
Ronaldo hasn’t been very selective with the revelations about the deep impact that his father left on his life. He had to put up with great emotional pain after losing his father since he died when Ronaldo was still very young. He managed to rise above all that to become one of the greatest footballers in the history of the game. Each record is a testament to his memory and value as instilled by his father. Then that goal against Al Rayyan would come-along just one good reminder of his journey: a confluence of both sorrow and motivation, propelling him all the more toward excellence.
According to Ronaldo this goal would have a different flavor. Today is my father birthday. I wish he were living These words from the footballer immediately won popularity with fans and fellow players alike because with all his fame and success. such emotional ties in relation to his family still remain an important part of his life.
The win over Al Rayyan had given three points to Al Nassr tally and etched another small milestone in the magnificent career of Ronaldo: his 904th career goal. which both proves him as the player who scored the highest number of goals ever made in the history of football and gives him the status of unbreakable legend And each goal was a step that showed off not only his talents but also his devoted struggle and spirit.
But this was Ronaldo seventh for the season in Al Nassr and the situation shows that he is truly in good form and contributes much to the team. 38-year-old Ronaldo keeps defying all expectations and proves that age is but a number when passion and commitment are attached to it. He has been able to play in such a high level in which no one ever believed possible because of personal problems he had to endure.
Angelo Gabriel, Cristiano Ronaldo on target as Al Nassr cruises past Al Wehda
Cristiano Ronaldo returned to the pitch in fanfare, notching a goal in Al Nassr domination of Al Wehda 2-0 in their Saudi Pro League group match on Friday evening at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh. Better still Ronaldo marked his return from illness as sweetly as that solitary goal the win punctuating the team apparent growing momentum in the league.
The game began with Al Nassr on the front foot and for that, they were rewarded when just before halftime, they scored an early goal. Young Brazilian talent Angelo Gabriel kept demonstrating his agility and pace as he broke free down the right wing during the 41st minute chipping the ball over his motionless Al Wehda goalkeeper. As it seems, Gabriel was shooting at the cross but the accuracy of the strike has turned into a delightful surprise giving Al Nassr a much-needed lead.
As the second half got underway, Al Nassr kept pressing and was rewarded again in the 56th minute as a foul on Sultan Al-Ghannam inside the penalty area translated to a penalty for Al Nassr. The ever-reliable Ronaldo stepped up as he always does in such testing situations and calmly dispatched the penalty into the back of the net sealing double advantage for Al Nassr and marking his shot on the match.
Al Nassr needed this victory especially as it placed them in the second position of league standings collecting 11 points after five matches. Their performance demonstrated a pretty good combination of experienced and newcomers to bring victories on the football field. For Al Wehda the match was something of an ordinary mix-up as they were only in the fourteenth position with four points collected from five matches played.
The message to Ronaldo did not only emphasize his importance in the team but in some way highlighted his resilience as he was also sent away due to the earlier ailment. With him on the pitch the rest of the team seemed alive again and fans could be sure to witness brilliance once more from the legendary forward.
Al Nassr win against Al Wehda presented an implication of what they might have this season. They stand out as well-balanced in terms of experience and young blood, making them a good contender for the league trophy. They still face some tough challenges ahead mostly in their upcoming scheduled matches. They must continue playing in the same manner to acquire more and challenge the top honors.
Thus in a nutshell Ronaldo comeback was tainted by an all-important goal which testified his importance to Al Nassr whereas Gabriel stunning strike heralded the bright future of the club. Along with this win Al Nassr is well on course to extend their ascent up the league table with further success in the Saudi Pro League in store.
