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Finally, Ronaldo Does It! Al-Nassr End Trophy Wait With Saudi League Glory
Finally, Ronaldo Does It! Al-Nassr End Trophy Wait With Saudi League Glory

Finally, Ronaldo Does It! Al-Nassr End Trophy Wait With Saudi League Glory

Bavana Guntha
May 23, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo finally achieved the moment he had been waiting for since arriving in Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese superstar led Al-Nassr to the Saudi Pro League title with a brilliant two goal performance in a commanding 4-1 victory over Damac in Riyadh on Thursday night.

The triumph marked Al-Nassr’s first major trophy since Ronaldo joined the club more than three years ago and ended a long wait for silverware. It was also the club’s 11th league title overall and its first domestic crown since 2019.

At 41, Ronaldo once again proved why he remains one of football’s greatest competitors. Just two days after being named in Portugal’s World Cup squad , the veteran forward delivered a decisive performance on one of the biggest nights of Al-Nassr’s recent history.

Al-Nassr entered the final round knowing victory would secure the championship. The pressure was immense with rivals Al-Hilal pushing closely behind after completing an unbeaten league campaign. But Ronaldo and his teammates rose to the occasion in emphatic fashion.

Sadio Mane opened the scoring before French winger Kingsley Coman added another goal around halftime to put Al-Nassr firmly in control. Damac briefly threatened a comeback after pulling one back, but Ronaldo quickly ensured there would be no late drama.

The five time Ballon d'Or winner restored the two goal advantage shortly after the hour mark with a trademark free kick. Curling the ball beautifully through a crowded penalty area, Ronaldo sent the home fans into celebration mode.

He was not finished yet.

Eight minutes from full time, Ronaldo struck again from close range to make it 4-1 and officially seal the title. The stadium erupted as teammates rushed toward him while supporters celebrated a long awaited championship triumph.

Clearly emotional after the final whistle, Ronaldo received a standing ovation when he was substituted late in the match. The moment symbolized both personal satisfaction and a successful end to a journey that had often been questioned since his high profile move to Saudi football.

Ronaldo finished the league season with 28 goals , once again leading from the front and proving decisive when his club needed him most. For Al-Nassr supporters, the victory was more than just another trophy. It was validation that their ambitious project had finally delivered the success they dreamed of.

And for Ronaldo, it was yet another historic chapter in a career that continues to defy age, expectations, and football history itself.