Cristiano Ronaldo is now only 40 goals away from reaching the 1,000-goal mark in his career after Al-Nassr survived a scare to beat Damac and keep their Saudi Pro League title hopes alive.
Al-Nassr were tested away from home and needed a strong response after falling behind, but they fought back to take all three points and reignite their push at the top end of the table.
Ronaldo was again central to the story as he continued his prolific form in Saudi Arabia, with the latest result also keeping the pressure on their rivals in the race for the championship.
The victory at Damac ensured Al-Nassr avoided a damaging slip, with the momentum from the comeback seen as a timely boost as the season moves into a decisive period.
Ronaldo’s long-term target is now in clear view. The Portugal captain has closed in on the 1,000-goal milestone, leaving him 40 short of a landmark few in football history have even approached.
Al-Nassr will now look to build on the Damac result as they continue their title bid, with Ronaldo’s goals remaining a key factor in their ambitions for the remainder of the campaign.
