Ronaldo marks return with brilliant goal, earns Postecoglou praise | OneFootball

Cristiano Ronaldo marked his Roshn Saudi League return with a late goal for Al Nassr at Al Riyadh, then drew praise from Ange Postecoglou. According to spl.com.sa, the head coach lauded the forward’s preparation and patience before his comeback.

Having missed the opening two matches, Ronaldo was introduced on 62 minutes with the champions already 3-0 up. He took Ayman Yahya’s pass with seven minutes left, rolled his marker and swept past Milan Borjan.

He celebrated with his first SIU of the 2026-27 RSL. After an extended break for professional and personal reasons, his return adds further bite to Al Nassr.

Across three matches, including a 4-1 midweek win in the King’s Cup, the title holders have scored 11 and conceded once. The Ange Postecoglou era is shaping up nicely.

Postecoglou said it had been important for Ronaldo to take his time after a very busy off-season. He added that although Ronaldo always wants to play, he put in the work in training, it was great to give him 30 minutes, and the goal underlined his stature.

Al Nassr visit Al Ettifaq on Tuesday, where Postecoglou will face fellow Australian and former assistant Arthur Papas.

Source: spl.com.sa

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