Portuguese Superstar Scores Twice as Al-Nassr End Long Wait for League Title
Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a match-winning performance as Al-Nassr defeated Dhamk 4-1 to lift the Saudi Pro League title on the final day of the season.
The victory secured Al-Nassr’s first league championship since 2019 and marked Ronaldo’s first major trophy since arriving in Saudi Arabia in 2023.
Ronaldo Leads Title-Deciding Victory
Playing at King Saud University Stadium, Al-Nassr entered the final fixture knowing they needed victory to keep their title hopes alive.
The home side made a strong start with Sadio Mane and Kingsley Coman both finding the net to hand Al-Nassr a comfortable lead.
Dhamk briefly threatened a comeback after Morlaye Sylla scored for the visitors, but Ronaldo quickly restored control of the contest.
The Portuguese forward produced a superb free-kick from a difficult angle before adding another goal from close range to seal the emphatic victory.
Emotional Moment for Ronaldo
The title triumph was an emotional occasion for Ronaldo, who has faced intense pressure since joining the Saudi giants.
After scoring his second goal, the veteran forward celebrated passionately with Al-Nassr supporters inside the stadium, clearly overwhelmed by the moment.
The success came only days after Al-Nassr suffered heartbreak in a crucial title clash against Al-Hilal.
A dramatic late own goal from goalkeeper Bento in stoppage time denied Al-Nassr victory in a 1-1 draw, leaving Ronaldo visibly emotional after the match.
Redemption After Recent Disappointments
Al-Nassr’s league triumph also provided relief following disappointment in continental competition after the club lost the final of the Asian Champions League Two in recent weeks.
Heading into the final round of fixtures, the title race remained extremely close, with Al-Nassr needing to outperform Al-Hilal to finish top of the table.
The convincing victory over Dhamk ultimately proved enough to crown Ronaldo and Al-Nassr champions of Saudi Arabia.
