Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane are enjoying a perfect partnership as they have both scored in their fourth consecutive match for Al-Nassr.
Former Liverpool player Sadio Mane scored from the 18-yard box in the first-half stoppage-time to put the visitors ahead.
Ronaldo, on the other hand, made a fine solo run that saw him score the goal that sealed the win for the Saudi Pro League side.
The victory also means that Al-Nassr are now in 6th position and just four points behind Saudi Pro League leaders Al-Hilal.
The encounter initially looked like it was going to end goalless, however, Sadio Mane said ‘not on my watch’ in the 18th minute.
The hosts were reduced to ten men in the first-half stoppage time after Bander Whaeshi was shown a straight red card.
Brazilian striker Anderson Talisca came off the bench to make it 2-0 in the 49th minute for the visitors as they showed dominance.
However, Cristiano Ronaldo was beautifully set up by the Brazilian and the former Man United attacker wiggled his way to make it 3-0.
The game looked all taken by Al-Nassr with Ronaldo’s goal, however, the hosts pulled one back in the 89th minute with Mohamed Fouzair’s penalty goal.
Al Raed players were however fighting about who will take the penalty, but Cristiano Ronaldo stepped in and helped them out.
Al-Nassr will return to action again on Tuesday as they face Persepolis in the AFC Champions League.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane
Ronaldo and Sadio Mane’s bromance is growing with their time together as both players continue to wreak havoc on defenses in Asia.
The Portuguese international signed for Al-Nassr on January 1, 2023 as a free agent, while Sadio Mane joined Al-Nassr on August 1, 2023, from Bayern Munich for a fee of €30 million.
Their relationship has been seen both off-field and on-field, as they drive the Knights of Najd to success in the 2023/24 season.
Their disposition towards each other has also been lovely, as they hug, shake hands, smile, and enjoy the round leather game.
Sadio Mane has also been seen doing the famous ‘Siuu’ celebration together with Cristiano Ronaldo on several occasions.
Despite both players seemingly experiencing some sought of decline due to ageing, their monstrous impact is simply undeniable.
Cristiano Ronaldo has over 700 goals and provided over 200 assists in 971 club appearances so far.
Sadio Mane on the other hand, has scored over 200 goals and provided over 100 assists in 496 club appearances.
