Ronaldo singlehandedly won the Arab Club Champions Cup for Al Nassr after netting a brace in the final to inspire ten-man Al Nassr to a comeback victory over Al Hilal.
In a thrilling matchup at the Arab Club Champions Cup final, Cristiano Ronaldo showcased his brilliance by leading Al Nassr to a remarkable victory against Saudi rivals Al-Hilal. The Portuguese superstar’s performance was nothing short of iconic as he orchestrated a dramatic comeback, securing a 2-1 win for his team in extra time.
Ronaldo’s side, Al Nassr faced challenges early in the game when Al-Hilal’s Brazilian winger Michael headed them into the lead during the second half. The odds were further stacked against Al Nassr when they were reduced to 10 men, following a last-man foul by Abdulelah Al-Amri in the 71st minute. However, this setback only served as fuel for Ronaldo’s determination.
With the game almost slipping away, Ronaldo stepped up and equalized, brilliantly converting a cross from Al Ghanan. His goal forced the match into extra time, providing a perfect stage for a heroic comeback.
Just eight minutes into extra time, Ronaldo found the back of the net again. This time, it was a skillful header, connecting with a Sekou Fofana curler that had struck the crossbar. The goal sealed the victory for Al Nassr, completing an awe-inspiring turnaround that left fans in awe of Ronaldo’s impact.
The match was a showcase of super stars, with notable players gracing both teams. Summer signings Kalidou Koulibaly, Ruben Neves, and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic featured for Al-Hilal, while Al Nassr’s lineup boasted the likes of Sadio Mane, Marcelo Brozovic, and Alex Telles alongside Ronaldo.
For Cristiano Ronaldo, this victory marked his first trophy since 2021 and reaffirmed his status as a football legend.
Ronaldo is expected to help his team win the Saudi Pro League which began this weekend, with Al Nassr set to play Al Ettifaq in their opener.
Ronaldo ended the tournament as the top scorer, winning the Golden Boot with six goals.
