Portuguese talisman Cristiano Ronaldo rolled back the clock as he scored double free-kicks to complete a first-half hat-trick for Al-Nassr. Courtesy of his brilliance, Al Nassr thrashed Abha 8-0 in the Saudi Pro League clash at the Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium on Tuesday. He scored in the 11th, 21st and 42nd minute respectively to register the first-half hat-trick.
Moreover, it was a complete performance for the 39-year-old as he assisted twice in the dominating win. It was the 65th career hat-trick for the five-time Ballon d”Or winner and second consecutive for Al Nassr.
🇵🇹 @Cristiano with a first-half hat trick for Al Nassr 😳⚽#yallaRSL pic.twitter.com/OpUPBXlFK6
— Roshn Saudi League (@SPL_EN) April 2, 2024
Meanwhile, Senegal star Sadio Mane also scored once in the 33rd minute. The social media was abuzz with the Portuguese captain”s performance and lauded him.
“How Cristiano Ronaldo is scoring back to back club hat-tricks with ZERO PENALTIES at the age of 39 will one day be taught in universities,” a fan tweeted.
“Ronaldo hate never made any sense to me. This guy is 39 years old and is scoring nearly every game. How can anyone hate on Greatness like that? He is on 50+ G/A this season.. Enjoy it while it lasts soon he will be gone aswell. Thank you for everything Cristiano,” another fan said.
Earlier, Ronaldo was suspended by Saudi Arabia”s football governing body for one game over his gesture on the pitch last week that was adjudged as provocation.
