“It’s always him” – Fans react as Cristiano Ronaldo double inspires Al-Nassr to 3-1 win in AFC Champions League

Al-Nassr toppled Al-Gharafa in the AFC Champions League thanks to a splendid brace from star man Cristiano Ronaldo.

“It’s always him” – Fans react as Cristiano Ronaldo double inspires Al-Nassr to 3-1 win in AFC Champions League

Cristiano Ronaldo's brace helped Al-Nassr to a 3-1 win (Via X/@Cristiano)

Cristiano Ronaldo, at the age of 39 is still scoring goals for fun. The Portuguese No.7 inspired his side to yet another victory as he grabbed a brace in the second half against Al-Gharafa.

The AFC Champions League clash at Al Bayt Stadium saw the Faris Najd pick up an important away win to propel itself to third position behind Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli. Ronaldo seemed the most lively player on the pitch from the start as he fired warning shots to the opposition with an attempt on goal in the second minute.

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As the first half progressed, the veteran missed several chances to put his side in front. With the first half ending 0-0, Ronaldo immediately gave his side the lead within a minute from kick-off in the second half.

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The 6’2″ striker got his head to an inviting cross from the right as he comfortably guided the ball past Sergio Rico. Angelo then doubled Al-Nassr‘s lead with a moment of magic in the 58th minute.

Ronaldo then put the game to bed with his second and final goal of the game. After Angelo handed the ball to him inside the penalty area, Ronaldo shook off his marker before finding the top right corner.

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As Cristiano Ronaldo was subbed off in the 74th minute for Wesley, fans applauded the veteran for his brace. Sitting on 913 goals, a fan backed Ronaldo to go ahead and reach the 1000 goal mark before the end of his career.

Cristiano Ronaldo's goal vs Al-Gharafa
Cristiano Ronaldo is now on 913 goals (Via X/@AlNassrFC_EN)

Many others called him the Greatest Of All Time, with X Corp. owner Elon Musk congratulating him for the win. Ronaldo also replied in style, responding to how Musk has time for ‘good soccer’.

Many taunted Ronaldo’s rivals with the simple question of why can’t they break the 900-goal mark while their 39-year-old idol is still going strong. Ronaldo has now hit 77 goals in his Al-Nassr career, with fans pointing to his brace in the ‘Champions League’ being one of the reasons why he’s still Mr. Champions League.

As things stand, Al-Nassr is in tied on points with Al-Hilal in the Champions League while 8 points separate top spot and third (Al-Nassr) in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Nassr’s next game is against Damac in the Saudi Pro League before hosting Al-Sadd in the AFC Champions League.

Despite Ronaldo’s impressive form and his club being in a decent spot in the Champions League, fans are of the opinion that the SPL is now beyond reach for the Faris Najd.