Ronaldo Sends Defiant Message with Hat-trick Brilliance
In a display of sheer brilliance, Cristiano Ronaldo has once again silenced his doubters and reaffirmed his status as a football icon. Following his remarkable hat-trick in the most recent match, the Portugal captain issued a stern warning to his critics via social media, underlining his unwavering determination.
Ronaldo’s stellar form continues to dazzle as he enjoys an exceptional start to the calendar year, netting back-to-back hat-tricks in his last two appearances for Al Nassr. Despite the influx of fresh European talent into the Saudi Pro League, including renowned names like Riyad Mahrez, Karim Benzema, and Aleksandar Mitrovic, the 39-year-old maestro remains unparalleled, emerging as the standout player of the campaign.
With an impressive tally of 29 goals and 10 assists in just 24 matches, Ronaldo leads the charts in both scoring and playmaking, boasting a remarkable 12-goal involvement lead over his closest competitor, Mitrovic.
Last night’s match against Abha showcased Ronaldo’s sheer brilliance on the field. Opening the scoring with a thunderous free-kick, he followed it up with another spectacular set-piece goal before completing his hat-trick with a sublime chip, all within the first half, despite being substituted at halftime.
Critics may question Ronaldo’s move to Saudi Arabia, but his performance speaks volumes. Taking to social media after the match, Ronaldo delivered a concise yet powerful message, stating, “We are not slowing down!”, a clear indication of his relentless pursuit of excellence.
As the European Championships loom on the horizon, Ronaldo aims to further solidify his legacy, eyeing to extend his records as the all-time leading goal scorer and appearance maker for Portugal on the international stage.