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Video: Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo scores vs Al Raed after a free-kick

Cristiano Ronaldo appeared to give Al Nassr the lead against Al Raed in the Saudi Pro League. Check out the video.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr celebrates
© Yasser Bakhsh/Getty ImagesCristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr celebrates

Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t slowing down. The Portuguese star appeared in the first half of the Saudi Pro League match against Al Raed to give his team the lead. It’s his 15th goal in the domestic competition this season, and his 21st with his club in all tournaments. 

Ronaldo scored at the 35th minute mark, after his teammate Marcelo Brozovic took a free-kick, leaving him alone in the goal. With just a smooth touch, the Portuguese sent the ball to the back of the net. 

The goal also represents his 921st goal in his career, extending his record as the all-time top goalscorer in professional soccer. This season, Ronaldo has also scored 4 goals in the AFC Champions League and two in the Saudi Super Cup. He has also provided three assists. 

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On the other hand, his 15 goals in the Saudi Pro League put him at the top of the league’s goalscorers, with two more units than his former Real Madrid teammate, Karim Benzema, who is playing for Al-Ittihad.

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In his last four matches, Al Nassr has won two, tied one and lost one. Stefano Pioli’s men are third in the table, behind leaders Al Ittihad and Al Hilal. The team has failed to win the league in the last two seasons with Ronaldo, who doesn’t want to leave Arabia without a trophy. 

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Ronaldo’s future with Al Nassr is still unclear

Ronaldo’s future with Al Nassr has been the object of speculation. While Marca first reported that the Portuguese was considering leaving Saudi Arabia at the end of the season, new reports have stated that Ronaldo will sign a renewal contract for another season. 

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However, per the reports, the team will have to compete for big titles. This season, Al Nassr are still alive in the race for the AFC Champions League, and, if they stay in form, can try to reach the top of the league.

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