Cristiano Ronaldo sends out cheeky message after firing Al-Nassr to victory in first Saudi Pro League game of 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo put out a cheeky message on Instagram after he fired Al-Nassr to victory in the first Saudi Pro League game of 2025.

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• Al-Nassr secured a 3-1 win over Al-Akhdoud
• Ronaldo was on target from the spot
• Took to Instagram after grabbing the victory

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Ronaldo was on target from the spot as Stefano Pioli's men secured a 3-1 victory over Al-Alkhoud. However, Sadio Mane stole the limelight from the Portuguese superstar as he bagged a goal in each half and also earned the penalty that Ronaldo converted.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Ronaldo has been sensational form this campaign as he has 11 goals and two assists from 13 league appearances. It was an important three points for Al-Nassr as they continue to chase down leaders Al-Ittihad who are eight points ahead and have a match in hand.

• WHAT RONALDO SAID

  After emerging victorious, Ronaldo took to Instagram and shared a carousel of pictures along with a caption. The first photo showed Ronaldo cheekily poking out his tongue with the caption: "Best way to start the year 😜."

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  WHAT NEXT FOR RONALDO?

  Ronaldo will be back in action for Al-Nassr's next league game against Al-Taawoun on January 17.