Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Super Cup Victory and Future Plans

Cristiano Ronaldo Shines in Saudi Super Cup Semi - Final

Cristiano Ronaldo wasted no time in scoring his first goal of the season for Al - Nassr after finding the net against Al - Taawoun in the Saudi Super Cup semi - final . The superstar returned to action at club level on Wednesday evening and delivered a sensational performance - capped off with a maiden strike and an assist . Ronaldo found himself in the thick of the action in the game 's early knockings and teed up Ayman Yahya for the breakthrough in the eighth minute.

Ronaldo then ensured he hit the ground running after tucking home a neat finish shortly before the hour mark following good work down the right from Yahya . Sultan Al - Ghannam received the ball from the winger and set up Ronaldo after squeezing in a cross from the byline , the veteran tucking home with aplomb . The superstar swept home from a cut - back to seal a 2 - 0 Saudi Super Cup win over Al - Taawoun.

Ronaldo 's Stellar Performance and Future Plans

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first of the season and could have notched a brace on his Saudi Arabian comeback but was denied by the woodwork . His goal ensured he has now scored in 23 consecutive seasons and he will look to take his red - hot form into the Saudi Super Cup final on August 17 . Should Ronaldo 's side beat Al - Hilal , he will lift his second trophy for the club.

While Ronaldo continues to impress in the Middle East , his international career appears to be winding down . After Portugal 's Euro 2024 campaign , Ronaldo admitted it was his last European Championship . However , his former Manchester United team - mate Rio Ferdinand believes Ronaldo will play on for his club for at least another couple of years.

Ronaldo 's Emotional Farewell to International Football

Speaking after the Euro 2024 quarter - final knockout by France , Ronaldo expressed that it was his last European Championship . He mentioned his enthusiasm for the game , seeing supporters , his family , and the affection people have for him . Despite his international career coming to a close , Ronaldo remains dedicated to football and is focused on continuing to play for his club for the foreseeable future.