The 40-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo once again proved that age is just a number. In the Saudi Arabian League match on Sunday (November 23, 2025), the Portuguese superstar scored a world-class goal with an overhead kick that wowed the Al-Awwal Park crowd. The goal capped Al Nassr’s emphatic 4-1 victory over Al Khaleej.
The match was relatively comfortable for the hosts. Ronaldo’s countryman Joao Felix opened the scoring in the 39th minute with a neat finish from inside the penalty area. Just three minutes later, Wesley doubled the lead to 2-0, ensuring Al Nassr dominated the first half.
However, the start of the second half put pressure on Jorge Jesus’ squad. Al Khaleej reduced the deficit to 1-2 through Murad Al Hawsawi’s early goal in the 47th minute. However, Al Nassr quickly regained control of the game.
His spectacular bicycle goal at the age of 40 has captured global attention, with fans demanding the Puskás Award for the magnificent strike and chanting his name as the GOAT.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Bicycle Goal
Sadio Mane restored the lead in the 77th minute after finishing off a perfect pass from Nawaf Boushal. And as the match entered injury time, Ronaldo capped off Al Nassr’s brilliant night with an acrobatic effort.
Receiving Boushal’s cross, Ronaldo jumped high and then unleashed a bicycle kick that flew smoothly into the goal, making the stadium immediately roar.
This victory further solidifies Al Nassr’s dominance at the top of the Saudi Arabian League standings. With 27 points from nine matches, Ronaldo and his teammates have made a perfect start to the season, strongly signalling that they are once again prime contenders for the title.
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Happiness
Shortly after the match ended, Ronaldo immediately shared a video of the moment on his personal Instagram, accompanied by a short caption that expressed his satisfaction: “The best caption for winning.”
Ronaldo’s acrobatic feat instantly went viral, sparking a flood of reposts from fans across various platforms. Videos and photos of the Al Nassr captain floating in the air captured millions of views, making it one of the main highlights after the match.
Al Nassr didn’t want to miss the moment. On their official account, the club posted a photo of Ronaldo’s somersault with the equally poetic caption: “Call it skill, call it instinct… we call it Ronaldo.” Acknowledging that the legend always has a way of stealing the show.
46 Shy of 1000 Goals
The three-time international trophy winner with Portugal, Cristiano Ronaldo, has scored 954 goals in 1,298 appearances for club and country, along with 259 assists, including 143 goals at the international level.
Speaking about his current form, Ronaldo has been exceptional for Al Nassr, scoring 10 goals in 9 matches this season, providing 1 assist, and maintaining an impressive average rating of 8.14.
During the recent international break, Portugal secured their qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a dominant 9-1 victory over Armenia, despite Ronaldo missing the fixture.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner has netted 5 goals in 5 appearances for Portugal in the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers. He also recently secured the Golden Boot in the Saudi Pro League. Since joining Al Nassr, Ronaldo has played 123 matches, scoring 110 goals across all competitions, putting him just two goals behind Abderrazak Hamdallah’s record of 112 for the second-highest scorer in the club’s history.
After scoring another iconic bicycle kick, many fans believe the strike is worthy of the Puskás Award. As the football world watches closely, it seems only a matter of time before Ronaldo reaches the historic milestone of 1,000 career goals, a moment destined to be written into football history forever.
FAQs
1. Who did Al Nassr play when Ronaldo scored his bicycle goal?
Al Nassr faced Al Khaleej in the Saudi Arabian League, winning the match 4-1.
2. How many career goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored after this goal?
After this match, Ronaldo has scored 954 career goals across club and international football.
3. Why are fans demanding the Puskás Award for Ronaldo?
His incredible bicycle kick, performed at age 40, went viral and is considered one of the best goals of the year, prompting calls for the Puskás Award.
4. How many goals has Ronaldo scored for Al Nassr?
Ronaldo has scored 110 goals in 123 matches across all competitions for Al Nassr.
5. Is Ronaldo close to reaching 1,000 career goals?
Yes. He is now 46 goals away from reaching the historic milestone of 1,000 goals.
