ABHA — Cristiano Ronaldo is basking in the glow of his recent footballing milestone, securing his second hat-trick within just three days for Al Nassr. His manager, Luis Castro, hailed this achievement as a testament to Ronaldo’s perfectionist nature.
This latest feat marks the 65th hat-trick of Ronaldo’s illustrious career, further cementing his status as a footballing legend. In Al Nassr’s recent 8-0 victory against Abha, Ronaldo displayed his exceptional skills by scoring two goals from free kicks within ten minutes, followed by an audacious chip to complete his hat-trick.
Ronaldo’s first-half performance not only bolstered his team’s lead but also contributed to his impressive tally of 29 league goals in 24 games this season, making him the top scorer in the Roshn Saudi League. Overall, Ronaldo has netted 36 goals in 35 appearances across all competitions for Al Nassr this season.
In response to his achievement, Ronaldo remained characteristically modest, simply stating, “Great, thank you,” while also hinting at his relentless ambition through a social media post that read, “We are not slowing down.”
Castro commended Ronaldo’s professionalism and dedication, highlighting his influence not just as a player but also as a role model within the team. “He is a top player and takes professionalism to a different level,” noted Castro, emphasizing Ronaldo’s commitment to excellence in every aspect of his game and his contribution to the team’s collective effort.
Despite the resounding victory, Al Nassr remains in second place in the league, trailing leaders Al Hilal. Meanwhile, Abha's defeat leaves them in a precarious position near the bottom of the table, facing the challenge of avoiding relegation.
Abha’s manager, Pitso Mosimane, viewed the loss as a valuable learning experience, acknowledging the team’s mistakes and stressing the importance of focusing on future matches to secure their position in the league.
As the season progresses, both teams are gearing up for their upcoming matches, with Al Nassr set to face Damac and Abha preparing to host Al Fateh, each team striving to secure crucial points in their respective league campaigns.
