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Ronaldo inspires Al Nassr to victory over league leaders

Portuguese superstar scores twice in 2-1 win

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – February 17, 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brace as Al Nassr came from behind to defeat league leaders Al Ittihad 2-1 in a thrilling encounter at the King Saud University Stadium on Friday. The home side took the lead through Romarinho in the 12th minute, but Ronaldo equalized just before half-time with a stunning free-kick. The Portuguese forward then completed the turnaround in the 78th minute with a clinical finish from close range. The victory moves Al Nassr to within three points of Al Ittihad at the top of the Saudi Pro League table. Ronaldo has now scored five goals in four appearances for his new club. "It was a great win for us," said Ronaldo after the match. "We knew it would be a tough game, but we showed great character to come back from behind. I'm happy to have scored two goals and helped the team to victory." Al Nassr coach Rudi Garcia was full of praise for his star player. "Cristiano is a born winner," said Garcia. "He has a winning mentality and he always wants to score goals. He is a great asset to our team." Ronaldo's brace against Al Ittihad was his second in as many games. He also scored twice in Al Nassr's 4-0 win over Al Wehda last week. The Portuguese forward is now the leading scorer in the Saudi Pro League with five goals in four games. Al Nassr will be hoping that Ronaldo can continue his goalscoring form when they face Abha in their next league game on February 23.