Another moment that will not be forgotten in the Saudi Pro League happened when Cristiano Ronaldo scored an injury-time penalty that gave Al Nassr a dramatic 2-1 win over Al Fayha on Saturday and kept Riyadh giants at the top of the standings.
The Portuguese sensation who has now scored eight goals in seven league games this season, was the first to equal the score in the 37 th minute before rising in the 15 th minute of added time to get the goal that clinched it with a penalty. The punishment, which was given following a controversial foul within the box, made Al Fayha rage. Ronaldo showed no emotion, confidently striking past the goalkeeper and securing the full three points for Al Nassr.
Ronaldo has expressed his feelings after the game with Thmanyah Sports: I can say that my heartbeat was a notch higher today. But that is football– that is my life. Twenty two years and I am still happy. We are on top, but we must stick to it, the season is long.
That was Ronaldo’s 952nd goal in the career, which is an imposing feat in world football. His steady shape still makes Al Nassr a title contender since they are yet to lose under the guidance of coach Jorge Jesus.
Although there were celebrations by Al Nassr, there were heated protests among the Al Fayha players and fans, considering that the penalty was not fair. However, as it has been a frequent situation in Ronaldo’s legendary career, the old man was able to rise to the occasion and perform when it was crucial to do so.
Still searching for his first Saudi domestic title, Ronaldo does not seem to have diminished in his leadership and appetite. It is always good to score, but the thing is that we won, you know, he said. It is a team, and that is all that counts.
Cristiano Ronaldo was high once again when the lights were brightest.
