Cristiano Ronaldo is back!
Cristiano Ronaldo is back!
The superstar returned to the Al-Nassr line-up with a goal from the penalty spot as Al-Wehda were eliminated in the Saudi Pro League
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his fourth goal of the season to take Al-Nassr to second place in the Saudi Pro League after a 2-0 win over 10-man Al-Wehda.
Al-Nassr secured a vital league win over Al-Wehda on Friday night.
After being repeatedly frustrated by an inspired Abdullah Al-Owaishir in the Al-Wehda goal.
Former Chelsea player Angelo Gabriel broke the deadlock in the 41st minute when his misplaced cross found the back of the net from the edge of the box.
A spirited Sultan Al-Ghannam then earned his side a penalty, which captain Ronaldo. Who was rested for the 2-1 win over Al-Hazm on Monday – converted in the 56th minute. Sadio Mane appeared to have made it 3-0 late on, but the goal was ruled out as Ronaldo was offside.
Waleed Bakshween was sent off four minutes from time as new coach Stefano Pioli earned his third consecutive win since replacing Luis Castro earlier this month.
The 19-year-old was too much for the visitors to handle and on another day the Brazilian.
Could have scored a hat-trick – with one superb strike saved by the post. He might just be the key for them this season.
Although Al-Wehda would never be able to mount a late comeback.
As they had just 34 per cent possession and four shots to the hosts’ 18.
Waleed Bakshween was booked for an 86th-minute reckless challenge on Abdullah Al-Khaibari to end a difficult night for his side.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
Al-Nassr will take a break from Saudi Pro League action when they host.
Al-Rayyan on Monday night for their second AFC Champions League match.
Before returning to face Al-Orobah in the league on 5 October.
