Cristiano Ronaldo is still proving that age is just a number. The Portuguese legend added another goal to his tally in Al-Nassr's big 3-0 win over Steven Gerrard's Al-Ettifaq.
But this time, something was different. Ronaldo, known for his famous "Siuuu" celebration, surprised everyone with a new gesture, leaving fans puzzled but excited.
After scoring a penalty, instead of his usual leap and shout, Ronaldo held up three fingers and pointed towards the stands. So, what was this new move all about?
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The story behind new goal celebration by Cristiano Ronaldo
Ronaldo’s three-finger gesture wasn’t just a random act. It was a proud dad moment! Earlier in the day, his son, Cristiano Jr., had scored two goals for Al-Nassr’s youth team.
By holding up three fingers, Ronaldo was showing off that between the two of them, they had completed a "hat-trick" of goals. Talk about keeping it in the family!
"Great team effort! Big win tonight—this one’s for the fans!" Ronaldo posted after the game, sharing photos of the action. And the fans were loving it, especially after hearing the heartwarming reason behind the celebration.
Cristiano Ronaldo dedicated his goal to Cristiano Jr who scored two goals today.
— TC (@totalcristiano) September 20, 2024
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Under new coach Stefano Pioli, Al-Nassr looked sharp. Ronaldo’s penalty was just one part of the story. Salem Al-Najdi and Anderson Talisca also got on the scoresheet to secure the win, leaving Gerrard on the sidelines scratching his head.
Ronaldo's 7th goal of the season keeps him on track toward his incredible 1,000-goal career target. With performances like this, it’s clear that CR7 is not slowing down anytime soon.
Next up for Al-Nassr is a King Cup of Champions match against Al-Hazm, where Ronaldo and his teammates will aim to continue their hot streak.
