New Delhi: The Portuguese star striker Cristiano Ronaldo turned back the clock once again as he prepared to celebrate his 40th birthday in remarkable fashion. Ronaldo led Al-Nassr to a dominant 4-0 victory over Al Wasl in the AFC Champions League Elite. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner delivered a masterclass, scoring one of the goals with a towering header and another from the penalty spot.
As the match kicked off, Al-Nassr wasted no time and dominated the match, with Ali Alhassan breaking the deadlock in the 25th minute with a stunning long-range strike from 25 yards out. The Saudi side continued to press forward, and their efforts were rewarded just before halftime when they won a penalty. Sadio Mane’s header struck the hand of an Al Wasl defender inside the box, and Ronaldo stepped up to the spot and calmly converted the lead to double, giving an advantage to the team as they headed into the break.
Cristiano Ronaldo bags his 22nd goal in 25 games for Al Nassr this season 👊
Cristiano Jr. approves ✅ pic.twitter.com/m5ZCQDWf8e
— CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) February 3, 2025
In the second half, Al Wasl attempted to make a comeback as they tried to push forward in search of a goal. However, Ronaldo had other plans. In the 78th minute, Mane provided a cross into the box, and Ronaldo made no mistake as he rose highest to power home a trademark header, leaving the opposition goalkeeper with no chance. Mohammed Al Fatil added a fourth goal in the 88th minute, sealing a statement victory for Al-Nassr.
Ronaldo unveils a new celebration
Ronaldo is renowned for his iconic “Siuuu” celebration, but this time, he surprised fans by introducing a new celebratory move after scoring his second goal. The Real Madrid legend, who has consistently evolved his game over the years, appeared to relish the moment as he added a fresh touch to his goal celebrations. His enthusiasm and energy at 40 continue to inspire both teammates and fans around the world.
صـاروخ ماديـــرا 🚀 pic.twitter.com/FFwKrXAk3M
— نادي النصر السعودي (@AlNassrFC) February 3, 2025
After his recent brace, Ronaldo’s goal count in club and international football has reached an incredible 923. As he gets closer to the FIFA World Cup 2026, many fans are excited to find out whether he can sustain his outstanding fitness and participate on the grand stage again. Considering his commitment to the sport, another World Cup appears attainable, making his involvement a likely scenario.
Cristiano Ronaldo gears up for his 40th birthday with a stunning brace as Al-Nassr thrash Al Wasl 4-0 in the AFC Champions League, unveiling a new celebration. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
