Overview
- Returning from a two-game protest over the Public Investment Fund’s management, Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Al-Nassr’s 4-0 win over Al-Hazem.
- He stated, “I belong to Saudi Arabia and I want to continue here,” signaling his commitment to remain in the country and at the club.
- He was named player of the match and received a ceremonial bisht, which coverage framed as a public reconciliation.
- The result, alongside Al Hilal’s 1-1 draw with Al Ittihad, lifted Al-Nassr back toward the top of the Saudi Pro League.
- Reports place his career tally around 964–965 goals as he pursues 1,000, while one outlet mentions an unconfirmed €50 million release clause in his renewal.