Al Nassr 5-1 Al-Ain: Ronaldo Sumbang Gol dalam Kemenangan
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his second goal in as many games as Al Nassr thrashed Al-Ain 5-1 in the Saudi Pro League on Friday night.
The Portuguese superstar, who joined the club in December, continued his impressive start to life in Saudi Arabia, finding the back of the net in the 61st minute to extend Al Nassr's lead.
A Dominant Display
Al Nassr dominated the match from the outset, showcasing their attacking prowess with a blistering display of football.
First-Half Goals
The first goal came just before the half-hour mark through Anderson Talisca who volleyed home from close range after a brilliant cross from Sultan Al-Ghanam.
Just minutes later, Abderrazak Hamdallah doubled the lead with a clinical finish, capitalizing on a defensive error from Al-Ain.
Ronaldo's Impact
The second half saw Al Nassr continue their dominance, with Ronaldo adding his name to the scoresheet in the 61st minute. He received a clever pass from Talisca and calmly slotted the ball past the Al-Ain goalkeeper.
More Goals Follow
Talisca then bagged his second goal of the evening, finishing off a swift counter-attack in the 77th minute.
Al-Ain's Consolation Goal
Al-Ain pulled one back through Abdullah Al-Hamdan in the 82nd minute, but it was merely a consolation as Al Nassr continued their rampage.
A Historic Victory
The final goal of the game came from a penalty kick scored by Talisca in the 90th minute, securing a resounding 5-1 victory for Al Nassr.
Ronaldo's Continued Success
This victory further cemented Al Nassr's position at the top of the Saudi Pro League table. Ronaldo, who has already scored three goals in two matches, will be looking to continue his impressive form as the season progresses.
A Strong Statement
The emphatic win over Al-Ain sends a strong statement to the rest of the league. Al Nassr, with Ronaldo leading the charge, are undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with in the Saudi Pro League.