Cristiano Ronaldo showcased a great performance against Al Khaleej in the King's Cup semifinal at Al Awal Park. He scored a brace, but he had the opportunity to score another one. In the first half, after Ronaldo had already scored a goal, Al Nassr was given a penalty, but the Portuguese star didn't take it. The Portuguese striker gave the ball to Sadio Mane, and many were surprised by the gesture since he is the penalty kicker. It showcased great teamwork and getting Mane involved in the match, and the Senegalese did not disappoint as he scored from the spot.
This was the highlight of the night for me 🥹
— Al Nassr Zone (@TheNassrZone) May 1, 2024
Cristiano gifting Sadio Mane the penalty! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/jGn5DL8PMC
Ronaldo scored an amazing goal in the 17th minute with his weak foot after a poor mistake from the keeper. The Portuguese striker half-volleyed the ball into the net to give Al Nassr the lead. The second goal was a penalty in the 37th minute when Mane slotted the ball into the net. In the second half, Ronaldo scored again in the 57th minute, as his weak foot was used again, and his left-footed shot from close range went into the net. Al Nassr conceded in the 82nd minute, but it wasn't enough to prevent Al Nassr's win and their ticket to the King's Cup final.
🐐 🆚 Al Khaleej ⚽️⚽️ 🍿
— Al Nassr Zone (@TheNassrZone) May 2, 2024
It was a big game & Cristiano stepped up!
That first goal was just outrageous!
We witnessed greatness. Again!pic.twitter.com/OnfGiy8w3M
Ronaldo and Al Nassr will face Al Hilal in the King's Cup final in the last game of the season at the end of this month. The rivalry between the two clubs makes this game a must-watch, and now, with a cup to play for, the game gets even more crucial for both teams. Al Hilal defeated Al Nassr in the Saudi Super Cup and in the Saudi Pro League in the last five months.
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Al Hilal could already win a title from Al Nassr
Although Al Nassr and Al Hilal will compete for the King's Cup trophy, Al Hilal looks closer to clinching the Saudi Pro League title. They are first in the league table with 80 points, while Al Nassr is second with 71 points. Al Hilal has played 28 games, while Al Nassr has played 29. Al Hilal is only 10 points away from securing the league title.
