Cristiano Ronaldo Leads Al Nassr to Saudi Pro League Glory

Cristiano Ronaldo has finally secured a major title with Al Nassr, scoring two goals in a decisive 4-1 victory over Damac FC in the Saudi Pro League final. This win marks Al Nassr's first league title since 2019 and ends Ronaldo's seven-year wait for a significant trophy. The Portuguese star's emotional performance and social media celebration highlight the importance of this victory, as he approaches the remarkable milestone of 1,000 career goals.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 22, 2026, 08:18 IST

Ronaldo's Historic Victory with Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo has finally clinched a significant title with Al Nassr, scoring two goals to help his team secure the Saudi Pro League championship by defeating Damac FC 4-1 in the final match. This victory marks a significant milestone for Al Nassr, as it is their first league title since 2019. Ronaldo's contributions were pivotal, especially in the second half, where he netted two goals that solidified the team's lead. Al Nassr dominated the game from the outset, initially leading 2-0 thanks to goals from Sadio Mane and Kingsley Coman. Although Damac FC managed to pull one back with a penalty from Morlaye Sylla, Ronaldo responded with a stunning free kick that restored Al Nassr's advantage, followed by another close-range goal to finalize the score. The veteran forward was visibly moved when he was substituted, receiving a warm standing ovation from the crowd as the team celebrated their historic achievement. After the match, Ronaldo shared a heartfelt video on social media, stating, "It means so much to us," and included the phrase “Yalla Nassr,” which translates to “Come on, Al Nassr!"

Breaking a Seven-Year Trophy Drought

First Major Trophy In 7 Years

This triumph marks the end of Ronaldo's lengthy wait for a major trophy. Following a recent 1-0 loss to Gamba Osaka, he appeared visibly upset. Since joining Al Nassr, he had missed out on 14 official trophies, including three Saudi Pro League titles, four King’s Cups, four Saudi Super Cups, and three continental competitions. He reached the finals five times in various tournaments, including the Arab Club Cup and the AFC Champions League, but unfortunately came up short each time. The victory in the Saudi Pro League finally breaks this streak, granting him his first major trophy since he won the Serie A with Juventus FC in 2020. With this achievement, the Portuguese superstar has now claimed league titles in England, Spain, Italy, and Saudi Arabia, while also inching closer to the impressive milestone of 1,000 career goals, currently standing at 973.