Cristiano Ronaldo scores his second consecutive hat-trick within 72 hours - The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Cristiano Ronaldo marked his second consecutive hat-trick within 72 hours as Al-Nassr demolished Abha 8-0 in a Saudi Pro League showdown on Tuesday. The legendary forward, adorned with five Ballon D'Or trophies, not only netted three goals but also contributed with two assists in the first half for the nine-time Saudi Arabian champions.
This extraordinary feat marked Ronaldo's third hat-trick of the league season, a testament to his unparalleled prowess on the field, following his stellar performance in Saturday's 5-1 victory over Al-Tai.With this remarkable display, the Portuguese sensation solidifies his position as the league's top scorer, boasting an impressive tally of 29 goals.
Ronaldo's sublime execution was evident as his first two goals on Tuesday came from free-kicks. Displaying his trademark precision, he struck early in the match with a low shot from a central position outside the box, followed by a masterful curler around the wall from the left side. Additionally, his creative flair was on full display as he provided a crucial assist to Sadio Mané for Al-Nassr's third goal, showcasing his versatility on the pitch.
The highlight of the evening came just before halftime when Ronaldo completed his hat-trick in style, delivering a breathtaking chip from outside the area as he surged toward the goal. Despite his early substitution at halftime, Al-Nassr's onslaught continued, with Saudi Arabian international Abdulrahman Ghareeb adding a sixth goal soon after the break, followed by two more goals from substitute Abdulaziz Al-Aliwa.
However, despite this commanding victory, Al-Nassr remain in second place in the league standings, trailing the runaway leaders Al-Hilal by 12 points with eight games remaining in the season. The day also brought unfortunate news for Al-Hilal, as striker Aleksandar Mitrovic, who sits second behind Ronaldo with 22 goals, is likely to miss the remainder of the season due to injury.
(Inputs from AP)

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