Ronaldo’s Selfless Acts on the Field
Cristiano Ronaldo has proven himself to be far from self-centered, as some may think. In Wednesday night’s match against Al-Khaleej, he allowed Sadio Mane to take a penalty kick, showcasing his humility despite scoring two goals himself in a 3-1 victory, propelling his team into the King’s Cup final.
Remarkable Comeback and Contribution
Last month, in the match against Al-Hilal, Ronaldo made a remarkable comeback after being sent off in the first leg. Just 17 minutes into the game, he scored a brilliant goal, capitalizing on the goalkeeper’s poor clearance to mark his return to the field in style.
Selfless Gesture: Passing the Penalty Responsibility
In the 37th minute, his team was awarded a penalty. Despite being the designated penalty taker, Ronaldo passed on the responsibility to boost his teammate’s confidence. It was evident as Ronaldo encouraged Mane from behind, handing over the penalty to him, resulting in an extended lead for the home team.
Ronaldo’s Second Goal and Team Success
At 39 years old, Ronaldo further showcased his prowess by scoring his second goal of the match in the 57th minute from close range, securing his team’s place in the King’s Cup final.
Ronaldo’s Goal Tally and Future Prospects
With this goal, Ronaldo has now scored a total of 38 goals across all competitions this season. Ahead of the 2024 European Championship this summer, he is set to continue displaying his goal-scoring abilities.
Debate Surrounding Ronaldo’s Role in the National Team
Under the leadership of Roberto Martinez, the Portuguese team stands as one of the favorites to lift the European Nations Cup. However, due to Ronaldo’s age, there has been ongoing debate within Portugal about whether he should continue to be a part of the team.(Superace88)