Cristiano Ronaldo dazzled with a brace as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Gharafa 3-1 in the AFC Champions League at Al Bayt Stadium, Qatar. The win earned Al-Nassr vital points, elevating them to second place in Group B standings

Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal battled to a thrilling 1-1 draw in the Saudi Pro League, with early goals, disallowed efforts, and intense moments. Al-Nassr struck first, but Al-Hilal’s persistence earned them an equalizer in an electrifying showdown

The Saudi league could provide a less demanding environment for Pogba, allowing him to concentrate on regaining his form without the pressure typically associated with top-tier European football.

Ronaldo, one of the world’s most celebrated footballers, described his adaptation to Saudi Arabia as "not too difficult" and highlighted his enthusiasm for the country’s attractions. He spoke fondly about the Red Sea, which he referred to as his “second home” and praised its stunning qualities

Speaking to Portuguese television channel Now, Ronaldo shared his thoughts on his future. “I don’t know if I will retire soon, in two or three years, but probably I will retire here at Al-Nassr,” he said. "I'm happy at this club, I feel good in this country too. I'm happy to play in Saudi Arabia and I want to continue"

The highly anticipated clash at the King Saud University Stadium, which was set to be a showcase of Saudi football’s growing prominence, instead turned into a dramatic illustration of the intense rivalry between Ronaldo and Al-Hilal

The match concluded 1-1 after extra time, but Al Hilal triumphed 5-4 on penalties, sealing a league and cup double. The thrilling encounter began with a bang as Aleksandar Mitrovic gave Al Hilal an early lead in the seventh minute

The 39-year-old Portuguese forward scored twice in Al-Nassr's 4-2 victory over Al-Ittihad, bringing his tally to 35 goals for the season and surpassing the previous record of 34 set by Abderrazak Hamdallah in the 2018-19 season

Following the triumph, Ronaldo took to social media to express his delight, sharing a message with his fans: "The King's Cup... let's go." Accompanying his words were snapshots capturing the jubilant celebrations that ensued after each of his remarkable goals

In the 86th minute, Ronaldo's frustration boiled over as he cynically fouled Al Hilal's Ali Al Bulayhi, sparking a heated confrontation. Tempers flared as Al Bulayhi crashed to the ground, intensifying the drama of the match

Ronaldo, who was part of the Al-Nassr squad that secured a hard-fought 3-2 away victory over Al-Shabab, faced relentless jeering and chants from the home supporters throughout the game

The football maestro has proven to be an exceptional asset for Al Nassr, amassing an impressive 44 goals in just 50 appearances, securing his place as the fourth-highest scorer in the club's history in a mere one and a half seasons