Ronaldo Ends Trophy Wait as Al Nassr Clinch Saudi Pro League Title

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Al Nassr FC defeated Damac FC 4-1 on the final day of the season to win the Saudi Pro League title.

The victory handed the Riyadh-based club their first league crown since 2019 and secured Ronaldo’s first major domestic trophy since joining Al Nassr in late 2022.

With the title race going down to the final round of matches, Al Nassr knew only a win would guarantee them the championship ahead of fierce rivals Al Hilal SFC. Ronaldo delivered in decisive fashion, helping his side finish two points clear at the top of the table.

Former Liverpool forward Sadio Mane opened the scoring in the first half with a header from a corner delivered by João Félix. Former Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman doubled Al Nassr’s advantage shortly after the break with a solo effort.

Damac briefly threatened a comeback when Morlaye Sylla converted a penalty in the 58th minute. However, Ronaldo quickly restored control for Al Nassr with a well-struck free-kick before adding his second goal late in the match to seal the emphatic victory.

The emotional triumph ended what many observers described as the longest trophy drought of Ronaldo’s glittering career. Since arriving in Saudi Arabia, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner had faced criticism despite consistently scoring goals and breaking records for the club.

Ronaldo, now 41, was visibly emotional during the celebrations and later posted a short message to supporters, saying: “It means so much to us. Yalla Nassr!”

The title also capped another prolific campaign for the former Real Madrid CF and Manchester United FC star, who finished the league season with 28 goals.

Since moving to Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo has played a major role in raising the global profile of the league, attracting worldwide attention and helping inspire several high-profile players to join clubs in the kingdom.