Cristiano Ronaldo’s 960th career goal helped Al Nassr to a vital 2-1 away win, moving them to second and within four points of the leaders — bettors may favour Al Nassr to keep scoring and consider Ronaldo as an anytime scorer or backing the side in match-winner markets given his away form and 16-goal campaign.
Ronaldo’s 960th career goal gives Al Nassr crucial away victory
Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 960th goal of his professional career on Wednesday as title-chasing Al Nassr claimed a vital 2-1 away win. The result moves Al Nassr up to second in the table and within four points of the leaders, keeping pressure on the summit.
Match summary
A team-mate opened the scoring for Al Nassr in the fifth minute. Ronaldo doubled the lead early in the second half, converting from a tight angle after being teed up by a countryman to register his 16th goal of the campaign. The opposition pulled one back in the 68th minute, but Al Nassr held on for the victory. Ronaldo appeared to have a late second ruled out for offside.
Ronaldo’s form and milestone
Ronaldo has now scored in nine of his last 10 away games for Al Nassr and remains the competition’s top scorer with 16 goals this season. He has reiterated his aim of reaching 1,000 career goals before retiring, with this latest strike taking him closer to that target.
Title race implications
The win strengthens Al Nassr’s title bid, narrowing the gap to the leaders to four points and signalling momentum as the campaign enters a critical phase. Consistent scoring from Ronaldo gives Al Nassr a reliable attacking outlet in high-stakes fixtures.
Betting outlook
Ronaldo’s recent away form makes him a strong candidate for anytime scorer markets, and Al Nassr look a sensible pick in match markets where they are favoured. Punters may also consider markets tied to goals (Al Nassr to score, over 1.5 total goals) given the team’s pace in front of goal and Ronaldo’s finishing consistency.
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Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 960th goal of his professional career on Wednesday to help title-chasing Al Nassr to a crucial win in the Saudi Pro League.
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