Cristiano Ronaldo produced yet another unforgettable moment in Al-Nassr’s 5-1 demolition of Al-Fateh, smashing home a sensational long-range strike just seconds after missing a penalty. The Portuguese star’s thunderous goal helped seal a fifth straight win for the Saudi Pro League leaders, as Joao Felix starred with a hat-trick.
Ronaldo’s redemption in seconds
It was a rollercoaster evening for Cristiano Ronaldo as Al-Nassr stormed to a 5-1 win over Al-Fateh in Riyadh. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner endured a moment of frustration when his 59th-minute penalty was saved by Amin Al Bukhari, only to respond in the most emphatic fashion less than a minute later.
Receiving the ball on the left flank, Ronaldo cut inside onto his right foot — the move that has become his trademark over two decades of brilliance — before unleashing an unstoppable strike into the far top corner. The ball arrowed past the despairing Al Bukhari, drawing gasps from the crowd and applause even from neutral fans.
The goal was pure Ronaldo: power, precision, and defiance. After the disappointment of his missed penalty, the Portuguese legend responded in the only way he knows how — with a moment of world-class brilliance that turned frustration into triumph.
Felix takes center stage with hat-trick
While Ronaldo’s strike stole the headlines, it was Joao Felix who truly ran the show at Al-Awwal Park. The Portuguese forward opened the scoring in the 13th minute and later completed a stunning hat-trick to underline his resurgence under manager Jorge Jesus.
Felix’s movement, confidence, and finishing were exceptional as he linked fluidly with Kingsley Coman and Ronaldo in Al-Nassr’s dynamic front line. His second goal — a calm finish after a sweeping move — restored Al-Nassr’s lead on 62 minutes, while his third, an emphatic strike in the 80th, capped off a dominant team performance.
Coman also got on the scoresheet, tapping home from close range to make it 4-1, as Al-Nassr’s summer signings continued to justify the club’s investment.
Ronaldo’s all-round influence remains vital
Beyond his goal, Ronaldo’s presence and leadership once again shone through. He pressed relentlessly, demanded more from his teammates, and provided a constant threat to the Al-Fateh backline.
Despite turning 40 earlier this year, the veteran forward remains Al-Nassr’s emotional heartbeat — his mentality as sharp as ever. The penalty miss seemed to ignite his determination rather than deflate it, symbolising the resilience that has defined his legendary career.
With five goals already this season, Ronaldo continues to lead by example in a squad packed with attacking talent.
Al-Nassr continue perfect start to season
The result extended Al-Nassr’s winning start to the Saudi Pro League campaign to five matches, keeping them four points clear at the top. Jorge Jesus’ side looks balanced, creative, and ruthless in attack, with new arrivals like Felix and Coman adding flair and unpredictability.
Next up for the Riyadh giants is a trip to face Al Hazem, as they look to maintain their 100% record.
For Ronaldo, the mission remains simple: continue inspiring Al-Nassr toward domestic dominance and continental glory. And if his latest strike is any indication, the Portuguese icon still has plenty of magic left in that right foot — the same one that’s rewritten football history time and again.
