Cristiano Ronaldo continued his remarkable form by scoring twice to lead Al Nassr to a 3-1 victory over Al Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League. With this performance, Ronaldo surpassed Lionel Messi’s record, further solidifying his legacy in football.
The Portuguese forward, who joined Al Nassr in January 2023, has now contributed over 100 goals and assists in 92 matches, achieving this milestone at every club he has played for with over 70 appearances. Messi, in comparison, reached this feat once during his time with FC Barcelona.
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Ronaldo’s record-breaking achievements include being the first player to secure 830 career victories and scoring the most goals since turning 30, with a staggering 456. He also holds the unique distinction of scoring in 24 consecutive years. His career totals now stand at 919 goals across club and international matches, with over 1,250 professional appearances and 33 trophies.
Since his debut with Sporting Lisbon in 2002, Ronaldo has maintained an exceptional level of performance, earning a reputation as one of football’s greatest icons. His move to Al Nassr came with a record-breaking contract, making him the world’s highest-paid athlete. Despite this, Ronaldo continues to justify the investment with consistent dedication and impact on the field.
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In this match, Ronaldo opened the scoring with a powerful long-range strike in the 65th minute. While Al Khaleej quickly equalized, Al Nassr regained the lead through Sultan Al Ghannam before Ronaldo sealed the win with his second goal, showcasing his ability to deliver under pressure.