Fri Apr 04 17:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Ronaldo Double Propels Al Nassr to Victory Over Al Hilal

**Riyadh, Saudi Arabia** – Cristiano Ronaldo scored two second-half goals, including a penalty, to lead Al Nassr to a crucial 3-1 victory over rivals Al Hilal in a thrilling Saudi Pro League clash on Friday. The win keeps Al Nassr’s title hopes alive, although they remain seven points behind league leaders Al Ittihad.

Al Nassr took an early lead thanks to a stunning curler from Ali Al Hassan. Ronaldo doubled the advantage just two minutes into the second half with a precise left-footed strike, assisted by Sadio Mané. Al Hilal pulled one back through Ali Al Bulayhi’s header, but Ronaldo sealed the win with an 88th-minute penalty, awarded after a VAR review for handball. The goal was Ronaldo’s 70th in the Saudi Pro League, further fueling his pursuit of 1,000 career goals.

Despite his impressive performance, Ronaldo emphasized the team’s collective effort. “The team effort was crucial to this win, and me scoring is important, but it’s more important to win,” he told SSC. “I work hard to help the team in the SPL and Champions League and don’t concentrate on individual records.”

The victory moves Al Nassr to 54 points, three points behind second-placed Al Hilal. Their title hopes now hinge on Al Ittihad’s result against Al Ahli on Saturday.

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