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Ronaldo Scores on Al-Nassr Return Amidst Portugal Fallout
9 Oct
Summary
- Ronaldo scored on his return to club football for Al-Nassr.
- He left the Portugal national team camp after an unused substitute appearance.
- Al-Nassr secured a 3-0 victory with Ronaldo scoring the opener.
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored on his return to club football with Al-Nassr, shortly after departing from the Portugal national team's camp. The veteran forward was an unused substitute in a recent Nations League match, which led to him leaving the squad. He clarified that he has not retired from international football but cited a breach of trust with the national team coach.
Al-Nassr fans displayed a supportive banner for Ronaldo before their Saudi Pro League match. The 41-year-old forward then opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, tucking in a rebound. This goal marked his 980th career goal for club and country, as he aims to reach 1,000 official goals.
The match concluded with Al-Nassr securing a 3-0 win. Samu Costa added a second goal, and Kingsley Coman sealed the victory with a third. Ronaldo's club goal comes amidst ongoing discussions about his international future.
