Aging like fine wine is a term often bandied around in sport. Cristiano Ronaldo, one would argue, more than fits the bill to be associated with the metaphor. But, the saying doesn’t necessarily do the most justice to the talisman Portuguese, for his sublime form in the Saudi Pro League is a testament to not him aging finely, but rather not showing any signs of the same.
After a disappointing showing last season, the footballing icon has rejuvenated Al Nassr and has been on a fiery-hot streak for the Saudi side this season, netting 12 goals and producing 6 assists in 12 appearances so far.
And in his most recent outing against Damac, Cristiano Ronaldo turned the clock back for the world to witness yet again as he scored from a sublime freekick in his classic deadball fashion for Al Nassr to help secure a 2-1 win.
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Upon clinching the Arab Cup Champions Cup title for AL Nassr, their first ever piece of silverware, it seems as if Ronaldo’s hunger for more has not waned one bit. The Portuguese has taken the captain’s armband and is well on his way to lead the side to a Saudi Pro League title this season.
Upon their comeback victory over Damac, Ronaldo took to social media to share his thoughts on the game and the impressive “GOAT” tifo that the Al Nassr faithful orchestrated as a tribute to their skipper.
“Incredible atmosphere in the stadium tonight! Happy with the win and we keep working hard every game. Thank you to the fans for such a lovely tribute also,” posted an emphatic Cristiano Ronaldo on Instagram.
With a proper chunk of the season left to be played, Al-Nassr currently sits third in the Saudi Pro League table, with seven wins, one draw, and two defeats from 10 games. The 5-time Ballon D’or winner has come to the fore throughout the campaign and continues to be the difference maker he always has been throughout his illustrious career.