Cristiano Ronaldo's Son Scores Two to Secure Al-Nassr Victory Over Al-Ahli
Cristiano dos Santos, the eldest son of Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, netted two goals in Al-Nassr's match against Al-Ahli in the Saudi U‑17 league, securing a 2‑1 win for the "Al‑Alami" side in the fourth round.
Match details
On Sunday, dos Santos displayed striking talent, scoring from a free‑kick and an inside pass, turning the tide in Al‑Nassr's favor. The encounter was tightly contested, but the youngster’s individual brilliance made the difference.
Ronaldo's reaction
Cristiano Ronaldo posted a story on Instagram celebrating his son's brace, attaching cheering emojis. This follows earlier appearances for Al‑Nassr’s senior squad, a Saudi youth league title with the academy team, and caps for Portugal’s U‑15 side.
With this performance, dos Santos adds another milestone to his budding career, while his father watches with pride and support.
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