In the first leg of the AFC Champions League quarterfinals in the early hours of this morning, a Saudi Arabian United civil war in the West Asian zone ushered in a climax. Riyadh took the lead with Cristiano Ronaldo's winning goal and a 1-0 victory over Faha. Cristiano Ronaldo's performance in the game was remarkable, not only scoring the only goal of the night, but also continuing his amazing scoring record and becoming the focus of attention on the pitch.
Throughout the match, Riyadh managed a whopping 77% possession but not many shots on goal. Of the 14 shots on goal, only three were on target, and all three of them were from Cristiano Ronaldo. Although early in the game, Talisca had a cross that hit the arm of the opposing player, but the referee did not award a penalty. Cristiano Ronaldo's attempts at the end of the first half and in the second half were unsuccessful, with his shot saved by the goalkeeper or blocked by a defender until the 81st minute, when Ronaldo combined brilliantly with Brozovic, who smashed home from inside the box to break the deadlock for Riyadh.
This goal not only helped the team win the game, but also allowed Ronaldo to perform a number of miracles again. It was the 1,000th appearance of his career, which included clubs such as Real Madrid, Manchester United, Juventus, Riyadh Victory and Sporting de Portugal. On this milestone night, he scored the only goal of the game to take his club tally to 746. What's even more amazing is that even at the age of 39, Ronaldo still scored in his first game in 2024, extending his 23-year streak of goals.
Cristiano Ronaldo's performances have once again proven his worth, and although he may not have made many breakthroughs in other areas, he has always stepped up to the plate and contributed important goals to the team when it mattered. It also raises questions about where his career is headed. At the prime of life, Ronaldo is still showing peak competitive form, so how will he perform in the future? Cristiano Ronaldo's continued firepower also makes people wonder about his future path. At the age of 39, he can still play a key role in the top flights, which makes one have to look forward to his career. Some analysts have pointed out that the reason why Ronaldo can maintain such a high level of competitive condition is not only due to his extraordinary talent and professional attitude, but also due to his extreme requirements in training and maintenance. It is reported that Ronaldo trains for hours every day, and pays attention to the scientific arrangement of diet and rest, and these details allow him to maintain his body and condition at its best.
On top of that, Ronaldo's influence off the field is also expanding. He is not only a great footballer, but also a social activist and the face of a business brand. His dedication and support to philanthropic causes, as well as his active involvement in philanthropic causes, have made him one of the most respected figures around the world. And the brands he endorses have also attracted much attention because of his aura and have become the first choice in the minds of consumers around the world.
As the years passed, people began to wonder what the end of Ronaldo's career would be. Although he is still playing at the top level, time will not stand still. How he'll handle his future in the final stages of his career, whether he'll stay on the field or transition to something else, will be a topic of intense concern.
In any case, Ronaldo's brilliant achievements have been deeply engraved in the annals of football history.