Ronaldo returns to normalcy by opening Al‑Nassr's scoring

After a difficult week marked by his departure from the Seleçao and a confirmed conflict with manager Jorge Jesus, Cristiano Ronaldo regained his smile by opening the scoring for Al‑Nassr against Al‑Diriyah, scoring his 980th career goal.

The Portuguese striker endured a rather terrible week, punctuated by his withdrawal from the Seleçao. The dispute with manager Jorge Jesus was confirmed by several sources.

He found his smile again with his club Al‑Nassr, where the environment proved markedly more favourable. The player was thus able to focus on his performances.

Rumours of sanction and opening goal

While several media outlets spoke of a high probability of a sanction from the Portuguese federation, the five‑time Ballon d’Or did not waver. He opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, after an important piece of work by Kingsley Coman and a left‑footed strike saved by the goalkeeper.

This goal was recorded as the 980th of his career. Ronaldo thus confirmed his efficiency despite the absence of the national team.

Al‑Nassr eventually won the match 3‑0. Samu Costa scored the second goal in the 35th minute, followed by Kingsley Coman in the 77th.

Deprived of the Seleçao, the quest for a thousand goals probably becomes his ultimate objective. The five‑time Ballon d’Or appears determined to pursue this ambition.