Ronaldo’s 23rd Consecutive Scoring Season Propels Al-Nasr to Saudi Supercup Final

Posted : 15 August 2024

The Portuguese football icon, Cristiano Ronaldo, was in high spirits following Al-Nasr's 2-0 triumph over Al-Taawoun in the semi-finals of the Saudi Supercup. This victory secured Al-Nasr's spot in the final, and it was held at the Sultan Bin Abd Al-Aziz Stadium, a neutral venue. Demonstrating his ongoing passion and dedication to the sport, the 39-year-old celebrated like a young player enjoying his first major victory. Ronaldo’s contribution in this match not only secured his team's win but also allowed him to set a remarkable record. He has now scored in 23 consecutive seasons, becoming the first player ever to achieve this feat.

Ronaldo's goal in this match marked his 896th career goal, leaving him just four goals shy of another impressive milestone. The match also showcased Ronaldo's 257th career assist when, in the eighth minute, he skillfully deflected a cross to Ayman Yahya, who then tapped the ball into the net. Later, in the 57th minute, Ronaldo added to the scoreboard with a powerful shot from outside the box, thanks to a well-timed pass from his teammate Sultan Al-Ghanam. This sequence of play highlighted Ronaldo’s all-around skill and adaptability, even as he approaches his 40s.

The Portuguese star’s performance was widely applauded, including by his former Manchester United teammate, Patrice Evra. Evra took to social media to praise Ronaldo, humorously suggesting that "retirement in 2077 is waiting" for him. This was a light-hearted nod to Ronaldo's incredible longevity in the game, with Evra also mentioning in a recent interview that he doesn’t see Ronaldo retiring before the age of 45. Ronaldo's enduring talent and physical fitness continue to defy expectations, and his record-breaking performance in the Saudi league last season is a testament to his commitment to excellence.

In the previous season, Ronaldo scored 35 goals in the Saudi league, setting a new record for goals scored in a single season and becoming the first player to win the golden shoe in four different leagues. However, despite his exceptional performance, Al-Nasr finished as runners-up in the league. The undefeated Al-Hilal claimed the championship and also secured their spot in the Super Cup final by defeating Al-Ahly in a penalty shootout (4-1 after a 1-1 draw in regular time). Al-Nasr and Al-Hilal will face each other in the Super Cup final on Saturday, rekindling their rivalry from the 2023/24 season’s final, where Al-Hilal emerged victorious in a dramatic penalty shootout, leaving Ronaldo and his team in tears.

Ronaldo’s 23rd Consecutive Scoring Season Propels Al-Nasr to Saudi Supercup Final

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