Ronaldo Breaks Record with Stunning Free Kick in Saudi CupRonaldo Breaks Record with Stunning Free Kick in Saudi Cup Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name further into footballing history on Thursday with a spectacular free kick that broke a longstanding record in the Saudi Super Cup. In the fiercely contested match between Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad, with Al-Ittihad leading 2-1, Ronaldo stepped up to take a free kick from 25 yards out. The Portuguese superstar unleashed an unstoppable missile that soared over the wall and crashed into the top corner, leaving the goalkeeper rooted to the spot. Ronaldo’s goal not only tied the match at 2-2 but also marked his 699th career goal for club and country, surpassing the legendary Hungarian Ferenc Puskas as the second-highest goalscorer in the history of the game. The free kick was a testament to Ronaldo’s unwavering skill and precision. Despite being 37 years old, he continues to showcase the remarkable talent that has made him one of the greatest footballers of all time. Ronaldo’s achievement was met with thunderous applause from the crowd and widespread praise from the footballing community. Many hailed it as one of the finest free kicks of his illustrious career. The Saudi Super Cup victory was Al-Hilal’s first since 2021. Ronaldo has now scored three goals in just two matches for his new club, demonstrating his importance to their title aspirations. With this record-breaking free kick, Ronaldo has once again proven that he remains a force to be reckoned with. As he continues his journey in Saudi Arabia, fans will eagerly await his next masterpiece.
