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Cristiano Ronaldo scored an incredible goal with his weaker left foot to give Al-Nassr the lead against Raja CA in the Arab Cup of Champions quarterfinal on Sunday (August 6). Fans on Twitter hailed the 38-year-old for his spectacular effort.
Ronaldo opened the scoring for Al-Alamy in the 19th minute from outside the box with a stunning left-footed strike. After being set up perfectly by Anderson Talisca, the Portuguese smashed the ball home from the edge of the area.
After the Portugal captain's goal, Sultan Al-Ghannam and Seko Fofana gave the Saudi Pro League club a three goal lead. Abdullah Madu scored an own goal in the 41st minute, but Al-Alamy held on for a convincing 3-1 win to reach the semifinal.
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Ronaldo's goal, though, was the main talking point as the 38-year-old turned back the clock with his effort. Fans on Twitter reacted to the goal, with one taking a dig at his arch-rival Messi's perceived inability to score off his weaker foot:
"Messi could never score like that with his weak foot."
Another commented:
"Class is permanent."
Here are some of the best Twitter reactions:
What Al-Nassr's Anderson Talisca said about Cristiano Ronaldo
Anderson Talisca and Cristiano Ronaldo have been partners in Al-Nassr's attack since the Portuguese superstar joined the Saudi Pro League side as a free agent in December.
Ronaldo, 38, remains a world-class player and an idol to many. Talisca pointed out the Portugal captain's greatness and that it's a massive honour for him to play alongside Ronaldo:
"Cristiano is a very humble, humane and calm person. ... For me, Cristiano is the greatest player in football, and to play with him in the same team is a very great achievement."
Cristiano Ronaldo and Talisca have a new partner in attack in Sadio Mane. The Senegalese completed a €40 million move from Bayern Munich this summer. Fans will keep a keen eye on how the troicka perform together.
