Riyadh, 12 December 2023 - The 1-4 finals of the Saudi King's Cup were rekindled with Riyadh Victory away to Riyadh Youth, where they eliminated their opponents 5-2 and successfully advanced to the semi-finals.
At the start of the game, Cristiano Ronaldo was well saved by the goalkeeper in a 12th-minute free-kick opportunity, but he was not discouraged. Then, Fofana opened the scoring with the first goal for Riyadh Victory in the 17th minute. However, Riyadh Youth relied on Júnior's header in the 24th minute to equalise the score. Back-to-back goals from Sadio Mane and Gharib gave Riyadh Victory the lead once again, taking a 3-1 lead at the end of the first half.
In the second half, Cristiano Ronaldo came to prominence again in the 74th minute, receiving a pass from Otavio and cleverly completing a low one-handed shot to seal the victory for his team. The goal not only brightened the game, but also became the 741st goal of Cristiano Ronaldo's career, adding to his own record.
Carrasco missed a penalty opportunity in the first half to allow Riyadh youth to miss out on an equaliser. And Cristiano Ronaldo completely sealed the game in the second half goal and became the absolute hero of the team.
In the game, Riyadh Victory showed strong possession and excellent attacking organization, scoring three goals in the first half with 7 percent possession and 11 shots on goal. In contrast, Riyadh Juniors had only 2 shots on goal in the first half and scored only 1 goal, and the disparity in quality was also reflected in the scoreline.
Cristiano Ronaldo's two goals were the highlights of the game, showing his absolute dominance in attack. As the leader of the team, Ronaldo's performance not only made the fans go crazy, but also earned the team a place to qualify.
The victory in the game is not only an affirmation of the team's strength, but also a re-verification of Ronaldo's personal strength. His performances have shown the fighting spirit and quality that he continued to play late in his career. Undoubtedly, this match will be a highlight in the history of the Saudi King's Cup, and Ronaldo will once again be the focus of fans' attention.
With the semi-finals of the Saudi King's Cup just around the corner, Riyadh Victory will continue to fight for their dreams, while Cristiano Ronaldo will continue to work hard for the team to win glory. Fans are looking forward to more exciting moments and believe that Riyadh Victory will continue to create brilliance in the Saudi King's Cup.
The course of the game is repeated.
Cristiano Ronaldo was faced with a free-kick opportunity early in the game, but the goalkeeper's brilliant save prevented his shot from being on target. Then, Fofana's goal in the 17th minute kicked off Riyadh's victory. However, Riyadh Youth didn't give in and in the 24th minute, Júnior's header equalised the score. Goals from Sadio Mane and Gharib gave Riyadh Victory the lead again, taking a 3-1 lead at the end of the first half.
At the start of the second half, Cristiano Ronaldo tried a long-range shot from the top of the box in the 50th minute, but it was deflected. But in the 74th minute, he received a pass from Otavio and cleverly completed a low one-and-gun shot to seal the win. The goal not only brightened the game, but also became the 741st goal of Cristiano Ronaldo's career, adding to his own record.
Cristiano Ronaldo's unique contribution.
In the game, Ronaldo's outstanding performance became the savior of the team. Not only did he threaten the opposition goal in attack, but he also showed great composure and skill in key moments. His two goals were not only a testament to his individual prowess, but also a key boost to the team's victory.
Cristiano Ronaldo showed the style of a leader in the game, and his hard work and dedication earned the team a valuable victory. He was not only the engine of the attack, but also showed decisive strength in crucial moments. His goal not only made the fans boil, but also gave the team hope of qualifying.
The overall performance of Riyadh's victory.
Overall, Riyadh Victory showed strong possession and excellent attacking playmaking. Three goals were scored in the first half with 7 per cent possession and 11 shots on goal, which was enough to show their absolute dominance in the game. In contrast, Riyadh Youth was relatively passive in the first half, with only 2 shots on goal and 1 goal scored, and the difference in quality was also fully reflected in the scoreline.
Carrasco's mistakes and Ronaldo's rise.
In the game, Carrasco's penalty miss became a pivotal moment for Riyadh's youth to turn the tide of the situation. That omission cost Riyadh youth a chance to equalise, and it was Cristiano Ronaldo's goal that sealed the game. Carrasco's mistake contrasted with Cristiano Ronaldo's rise, highlighting the profound impact of a few key moments on the game.
Looking ahead to the semi-finals.
After advancing to the semi-finals, Riyadh Victory will face stiffer competition. Fans are looking forward to the team's performance, while Cristiano Ronaldo said that he will continue to work hard for the team to win more honours. The semi-finals are just around the corner and we look forward to Riyadh Victory continuing their success in the Saudi King's Cup. There will be more exciting moments for the fans, and it is believed that the victory in Riyadh will bring them more laughter and excitement.