Al-Nassr manager Jorge Jesus has hailed Cristiano Ronaldo as “a great example for world football,” praising the Portuguese icon’s remarkable consistency at the age of 40.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who joined Al-Nassr in 2022 after his high-profile exit from Manchester United, showed flashes of selflessness in the Saudi Super Cup semifinal against Al-Ittihad.
Instead of taking a shot on goal, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner set up teammate Joao Felix for a simple finish. That unselfish moment highlighted a different side of the man often associated with ruthless finishing.
Speaking after the victory, Jesus underlined Ronaldo’s influence not only on the pitch but also on the club’s global appeal.
“Ronaldo is a great example for world football, a 40-year-old player who delivers athletic and physical performance, and let’s not forget that 80% of the fans in attendance are here for Ronaldo, and Al Nassr deserves to have this global star,” Jesus said, as quoted by Sportskeeda.
Cristiano Ronaldo has now amassed 938 career goals in 1,281 games, an astonishing record for someone still performing at the highest level well into his fourth decade. His move to Saudi Arabia also shifted football’s spotlight to the Middle East, paving the way for other big names to follow.
This season, Al-Nassr strengthened their squad with players like Inigo Martinez and Joao Felix, as they aim to dethrone their rivals in the Saudi Pro League.
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