Predictably, Cristiano Ronaldo took center stage during Al Nassr’s resounding 4-0 victory over Al Shabab.

As the scoreline reflects, Al Nassr completely dominated their guests at Al-Awwal Park, registering ten shots on target, four goals, and securing three crucial points.

Ronaldo played a pivotal role in every aspect of Al Nassr’s performance, netting a brace from the penalty spot. The first penalty was calmly dispatched into the bottom right corner, while the second, which he had somewhat controversially won, was driven low into the same corner.

The Portuguese superstar also provided a delightful pass to set up Sadio Mane’s third goal. He could have potentially achieved a hat-trick if his first-half header had not been disallowed for a soft foul. Ronaldo did find the back of the net for a fourth time in the second half, but his goal was rightfully disallowed due to an offside in the build-up.

The victory over Al Shabab propelled Al Nassr to sixth place in the Saudi Pro League, marking their second consecutive win and helping them climb the table following a sluggish start to the season.

What’s next for Ronaldo? Here’s when he will be in action for Al Nassr.

When is Cristiano Ronaldo’s next match with Al Nassr?
The 38-year-old’s next opponent will be Al Hazem at 19:00 (BST) on Saturday, September 2nd – the final match before the international break.

Although it’s an away game for Al Nassr, they are strong favorites to secure a fourth consecutive victory in all competitions. Al Hazem currently occupies 16th place in the Saudi Pro League, just ahead of Al Shabab on goal difference, and has only collected two points from their first four matches.

Al Nassr has won their last three encounters with Al Hazem, but this will be Ronaldo’s first encounter with the newly-promoted side.

Al Hazem boasts a considerably weaker squad than Al Nassr and lacks prominent superstars. It should be a relatively straightforward match for Ronaldo and his teammates before the Portuguese striker departs for international duty.