Cristiano Ronaldo is still scoring bangers at the ‘young’ age of 39. The Portuguese forward, despite being in the ‘final’ years of his career has shown no signs of slowing down.
His most recent outing against Al-Khaleej ended in him scoring twice – the first one a spectacular no look volley from outside the box! Ronaldo was in the mood for the semi-final clash in the King Cup of Champions.
After seeing his initial attempt saved by the opposition keeper, Ronaldo converted one of the most unlikely chances. As Al-Khaleej played themselves into trouble at the back, Ibrahim Sehic‘s failed clearance dropped at the edge of the box for Ronaldo. The No.7, who had his back facing the opposition goal unleashed a no-look volley with his ‘weak’ foot.
The shot went up and over the opposition keeper and into the net. The crowd erupted into celebrations as Ronaldo hit his iconic SIUUU celebration in front of the Al-Nassr fans.
His second goal came early in the second half, when Ayman Ahmed found the striker at the far post. Despite his first attempt being saved, Ronaldo comfortably placed the rebound into the net.
Cristiano Ronaldo ‘blamed’ for Erik ten Hag’s failure at United
Manchester United were all set for success a few seasons ago when Erik ten Hag took charge of the club. Paired with Cristiano Ronaldo, fans were convinced that the Red Devils were bound for success. However, internal conflicts and issues led to Ronaldo being benched and Ten Hag ‘losing’ the dressing room at the club.
Former Inter Milan and Ajax midfielder Wesley Sneijder gave his take on the same, and claimed that Ten Hag losing the respect of the dressing room had everything to do with Ronaldo. According to Sneijder, the United boss going head-to-head with Ronaldo ruined his chances of succeeding at the club.
It went wrong for Erik ten Hag on the day he decided to battle Cristiano Ronaldo. He thought it would work out well for him, but it's the opposite. Everyone in the dressing room wondered if he is alright in the head by doing that. Wesley Sneijder said in a talk show
As of now, United are 6th in the League table while Al-Nassr are second in the Saudi Pro League.
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