Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Al-Nassr's win over Al-Riyadh, including a thunderous volley which could be set to for a Puskas Award nomination.
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Ronaldo scores thunderous volleyAl-Nassr grab 2-1 SPL win over Al-RiyadhOutside shot at SPL titleFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Al-Nassr looked uncomfortable in the first half of their Saudi Pro League clash against Al-Riyadh as the visitors took a lead into half-time. However, Ronaldo was at his all-time best in the second half as the five-time Ballon d'Or winner scored twice, including a thunderous 64th-minute volley which found the top corner, to give his side a 2-1 win.
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Winning the Saudi Pro League this season could be a tad too difficult for Al-Nassr, despite their form, as Al-Ittihad sit eight points clear. However, they are now likely to finish in the top three of the league and qualify for the AFC Champions League after Al-Qadsiyah have struggled for form these last few weeks.
WHAT NEXT FOR CRISTIANO RONALDO?
The former Real Madrid star will be hoping that hi goal could be under consideration for the FIFA Puskas Award. Meanwhile, Al-Nassr will continue to try and continue on their form towards the end of the season.