Cristiano Ronaldo Powers Al-Nassr to Dramatic Comeback VictoryCristiano Ronaldo Powers Al-Nassr to Dramatic Comeback Victory In a pulsating affair at Mrsool Park, Cristiano Ronaldo ignited a stunning second-half surge as Al-Nassr snatched a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Ettifaq on Saturday. Ronaldo, who joined the Saudi Pro League club in a record-breaking transfer last month, started on the bench and watched anxiously as their opponents took an early lead through Ibrahim Al-Nakhli. However, the Portuguese superstar entered the fray on the hour mark and instantly galvanized his team. Just minutes after coming on, he set up Talisca for the equalizer, firing in a pinpoint cross from the left wing. With the momentum now firmly in Al-Nassr’s favor, Ronaldo took matters into his own hands. In the 85th minute, he coolly converted a penalty kick, awarded for a foul on Luiz Gustavo, to spark wild celebrations among the home crowd. The victory marked Ronaldo’s first competitive goal for his new club and propelled Al-Nassr to second place in the league standings. It was also a testament to the impact the 38-year-old has already had on the team, inspiring belief and determination. “Ronaldo’s presence has been transformative,” said Al-Nassr manager Rudi Garcia. “He brings a winning mentality and an incredible professionalism to the squad. He’s a true leader.” Ronaldo, who has enjoyed a glittering career at Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, expressed his delight at the win. “It feels amazing to score my first goal for Al-Nassr and contribute to the team’s victory,” he said. “We showed great character to come back from behind, and I’m proud of my teammates for their hard work and dedication. Together, we can achieve great things.” Al-Nassr’s next match is a home clash against Abha on January 21st, as they continue their pursuit of their first Saudi Pro League title in eight years. With Ronaldo leading the charge, they will be confident of adding to their trophy cabinet in the months to come.
