Ronaldo Delivers Acrobatic Masterpiece in Riyadh
Cristiano Ronaldo once again captivated the football world, scoring a spectacular bicycle kick for Al Nassr in their 4-1 victory over Al Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League. The match, held on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, saw the 40-year-old Portuguese superstar deliver a moment of individual brilliance in stoppage time.
Ronaldo's stunning overhead kick came in the 96th minute, meeting a cross from the right wing with an acrobatic volley that left the Al Khaleej goalkeeper with no chance. This goal, reminiscent of his iconic bicycle kick for Real Madrid against Juventus in 2018, marked his 955th career goal and was a fitting end to a dominant performance by Al Nassr.
Match Dominance and Key Scorers
Al Nassr showcased their strength throughout the encounter, maintaining their perfect start to the 2025/26 Saudi Pro League season with nine wins from nine matches. The team currently leads the league table by four points.
The scoring for Al Nassr began with Joao Felix in the 39th minute, followed shortly by Wesley, who doubled the lead just three minutes later. Al Khaleej managed to pull one goal back early in the second half through Murad Al-Hawsawi in the 47th minute. However, Sadio Mane restored Al Nassr's two-goal advantage in the 77th minute, setting the stage for Ronaldo's late heroics.
Ronaldo's Enduring Impact
Despite his age, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to demonstrate his exceptional skill and influence on the pitch. His performance against Al Khaleej underscored his enduring quality, with his bicycle kick becoming a viral moment across social media. Ronaldo had recently returned from international duty with Portugal, where he was sent off in a match against Ireland but celebrated his nation's qualification for the World Cup. If he participates, it would mark a record sixth World Cup appearance for the veteran forward.
5 Comments
Stan Marsh
What a goal! Only CR7 can pull that off at 40. Legend!
Kyle Broflovski
His ability to score such an acrobatic goal at 40 is remarkable and speaks to his dedication. Still, one brilliant moment shouldn't overshadow the fact that the overall standard of play in the league is a step down from where he once competed.
Stan Marsh
Overhyped. He's playing against weaker teams now, of course he shines.
Kyle Broflovski
The individual brilliance of Ronaldo's goal is undeniable and creates viral moments. But the real story for Al Nassr is their team's perfect start, which suggests strong contributions from other players like Mane and Felix too.
Eric Cartman
While that bicycle kick was truly spectacular and shows his enduring talent, it's worth noting the quality of opposition in the Saudi Pro League isn't comparable to European top flights.