Ronaldo’s Late Bicycle Kick Stuns the World: Al Nassr Clinches 4-1 in Saudi Showdown

Ronaldo Delivers a Late Masterstroke for Al Nassr

Global press hailed Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese star of Al Nassr, after his historic strike against Al Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League.

Ronaldo propelled Al Nassr to a 4-1 victory over Al Khaleej, in a match held at Al Nassr Park during the ninth round of the season.

The moment arrived in stoppage time, at the 96th minute, when Nawaf Boshl delivered a cross that Ronaldo converted with a breathtaking overhead kick, sending the ball past goalkeeper Anthony Morris for a memorable finish.

A goal to be carved in memory

Al Nassr posted images from the strike with the caption: “A goal to be immortalized.” The moment sparked reaction across outlets, with some sharing the drama in striking fashion and others simply marveling at the artistry.

Bleacher Report published photos of the strike with the caption: “Age 40” and the goat emoji, praising Ronaldo as the greatest of all time. Other outlets followed suit, celebrating a goal that transcends club allegiance.

Fut Mercato described the strike as an insane overhead kick from Ronaldo, while AS clumsily echoed the sentiment with a playful, “What did you do, Ronaldo?” and noted the goal as his 954th of his career.

Marca joined the chorus, calling it a stunning overhead kick and highlighting its place among Ronaldo’s career milestones, including the oft-cited 954 goals. TNT Sports chimed in: Ronaldo can’t lose him, he’s chasing goal number a thousand, a nod to the mounting legend of a player who seems to redefine time on the pitch.

The Sun called it a crazy back-heel-like piece, while ESPN’s tweet asked, “Who does this at forty?” continuing the theme that Ronaldo’s body may be aging, but his skill is not.

Chiringuito’s account teased the moment with a similar refrain, calling the strike an astonishing feat and remarking that it sits among the most impressive in his extensive trophy-laden journey—his 954th goal after an illustrious career.

Rádio Monte Carlo framed the goal as Ronaldo’s strongest reply after a recent red card with Portugal, framing it as a brilliant response and a reminder that one moment can eclipse a momentary lapse.

Marca again noted the overhead brilliance and tied it to Ronaldo’s long-standing status as a Champions League icon. ESPN’s commentary echoed a similar awe, underscoring the spectacular nature of a moment that felt almost scripted by fate for a player now approaching four decades on the planet.

Several outlets pointed to the cross-pool narrative—a player who has left a lasting imprint on European football yet continues to astonish in Asia, mapping a career that refuses to fade with time.

Historical echoes

Beyond the Saudi stage, Ronaldo’s career holds a classic moment many compare to: the famous overhead kick against Juventus in the 2017-2018 Champions League, while wearing Real Madrid green-lighted by the Bernabéu faithful. The strike remains one of the most celebrated goals in European football history, widely praised for its elegance and audacity.

That goal helped define a period when Ronaldo’s move from Real Madrid to Juventus in 2018—worth about 100 million euros—set new records and intensified a legacy that had already enthralled fans worldwide.

Retroactive awards and retrospective analyses tend to circle back to that moment, arguing it helped crystallize Ronaldo’s image as a player capable of elevating his teams in the biggest stages. The goal’s aura persists as a benchmark against which all future moments are measured on the continent.

Today, Ronaldo remains the all-time top scorer in the Champions League, with 140 goals in 183 appearances, a record that endures despite his ongoing journey away from the European stage. The Saudi exploits add a new chapter to a career that continues to surprise, entertain, and occasionally defy the laws of physics.