Cristiano Ronaldo scores stunning free-kick for 899th career goal in Al-Nassr victory - Watch

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Aug 28, 2024, 10:30 IST

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Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a spectacular free-kick for Al-Nassr's 4-1 win over Al-Feiha in a Saudi Pro League match. This remarkable goal, Ronaldo's 899th in his career, marked him as the first player to score a free-kick in 23 consecutive seasons. Talisca’s brace and Brozovic's goal ensured a comprehensive victory.

Cristiano Ronaldo scores stunning free-kick for 899th career goal in Al-Nassr victory - Watch

Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their second goal. (Reuters Photo)

Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a spectacular performance on Tuesday, scoring a stunning free-kick to propel Al-Nassr to a 4-1 victory over Al-Feiha in a Saudi Pro League match at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Buraydah. The free-kick goal, which marked Ronaldo's 899th career goal, was a highlight of the match and demonstrated once again why he remains one of football's greatest talents.
The 39-year-old forward’s brilliant strike was his 64th career goal from a free-kick, leaving him just one behind Lionel Messi in this category.The goal also made Ronaldo the first player in football history to score a free-kick in 23 consecutive seasons, showcasing his remarkable consistency and skill.

Ronaldo's free-kick was not the only highlight of the game for Al-Nassr. His teammates Talisca and Marcelo Brozovic also found the net, with Talisca scoring twice to secure a comprehensive win for the Riyadh-based club.

This victory marked Al-Nassr’s first win of the season, following a 1-1 draw in their opener against Al-Raed, and lifted them to the second spot in the league table.

Despite his age, Ronaldo continues to perform at an elite level. Last season, he scored 44 goals in 45 matches and contributed 13 assists. This season, he has already scored four goals in as many matches, including two in the Saudi Super Cup.
Ronaldo’s incredible free-kick on Tuesday not only demonstrated his technical prowess but also his enduring impact on the game.

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