Al Nassr celebrates Cristiano Ronaldo’s 40 goals

2023-10-23 04:45:01

(MENAFN) Cristiano Ronaldo, the iconic footballer currently playing for Al Nassr at the age of 38, continues to defy age by consistently finding the back of the net. In 2023, he has been an unstoppable force, amassing a remarkable total of 40 goals, making him the highest scorer of the year. To honor this extraordinary achievement, Ronaldo's fellow Al Nassr teammates and team management orchestrated a special celebration.

As a tribute to Ronaldo's incredible feat, they organized a grand cake-cutting ceremony, featuring a cake adorned with Ronaldo's signature 'Siuu' celebration. The cake bore a message highlighting his exceptional international career, which includes an impressive 203 international caps and 127 international goals, in addition to his incredible 40 goals in the current year. This celebration of Ronaldo's remarkable accomplishments took place as his teammates came together to present him with the cake, underscoring the camaraderie and respect within the team.

The celebration was widely shared on social media, particularly on the platform X, where Al Nassr posted a video capturing the festivities. Ronaldo himself reshared the video, expressing his gratitude to his teammates for their support and recognition of his achievements. The footballing legend reached his 40th goal of 2023 during Portugal's Euro 2024 qualifier match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, where he netted two goals, contributing to a resounding 5-0 victory for his team.

In that game, Ronaldo opened the scoring with a fifth-minute penalty, showcasing his prowess as a goal-scorer. Just 15 minutes later, he secured his 127th international goal, an extraordinary feat that underscores his enduring quality and consistency. The match was further marked by goals from his compatriots Bruno Fernandes, Joao Cancelo, and Joao Felix, cementing Portugal's dominance on the pitch.

This comprehensive victory ensured Portugal's unchallenged position at the top of Group J standings in the Euro 2024 qualifiers. With an impeccable record of eight wins in as many matches, totaling 24 points, Portugal had already secured qualification for Euro 2024. Cristiano Ronaldo's continued excellence not only propels his team but also serves as an inspiration to football fans worldwide, as he remains a remarkable force in the sport, even at the age of 38.

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