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Ronaldo stages unbelievable AFC Champions League comeback scoring 3 goals in 5 minutes

Al-Nassr came from behind to secure a big win 

By Mauricio Saenz

Al-Nassr came from behind to secure a big win 
Al-Nassr came from behind to secure a big win 

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr secured a 4-2 victory over the UAE's Shabab Al-Ahli in this AFC Champions League playoff match. Led by the Portuguese star, the team staged an impressive comeback, scoring three goals in the final five minutes of the game.

Despite having stars like Sadio Mané and Marcelo Brozovic, the team didn’t seemed comfortable on the field. An early goal by Anderson Talisca appeared to put them on the right track to increase their lead. However, frustration set in after conceding two goals before halftime.

As the minutes went by, the squad managed by Luis Castro found more opportunities to overturn the match. With goals from Sultan Al-Ghannam, a double goal from Talisca, and a strike from Brozovic, Al Nassr secured the victory for Cristiano Ronaldo's team.

¿What's Next for Al-Nassr?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr advance to the AFC Champions League after a three-year absence. As for the Saudi Pro League, Al-Nassr is set to face Al-Fateh this coming Friday.
 


Mauricio Saenz

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