Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Al-Nassr’s defeat to Alméria and shines under Jorge Jesus
Cristiano Ronaldo continued his prolific pre-season form, scoring twice for Al-Nassr in a friendly against Spanish side Almería on Sunday, despite the Saudi club falling to defeat.
The 40-year-old forward briefly turned the match in Al-Nassr’s favour, but defensive errors allowed Almería to regain control and secure the win. Ronaldo’s brace takes his tally to six goals in three matches under new head coach Jorge Jesus.
Second-Best Start Under a Manager
This run marks Ronaldo’s second-best start working with a coach, surpassed only by his opening spell under Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid in 2014, when he scored seven goals in three games.
Jorge Jesus, who took charge earlier this year, promised to enhance Ronaldo’s output regardless of his age.
“My dream was to train Cristiano. I’m going to make him even more powerful, no matter how old he is,” the Portuguese coach said upon his arrival.
Social Media Buzz and Comparisons
Fans have drawn parallels to 2019, when Jesus guided Flamengo striker Gabigol to a 43-goal season. Many are speculating how Ronaldo whose best season at Al-Nassr produced 50 goals in 51 appearances could surpass even those numbers under the veteran coach’s guidance.
