Today Cristiano Ronaldo can win two trophies at Al-Nassr. What needs to happen?
Saturday, May 16, could go down as the most historic day in Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi career.
Details: The Portuguese striker is set to take the pitch in the AFC Champions League 2 final, where his Al-Nassr side will face off against Japanese club Gamba Osaka. This match is a direct and crucial chance for Cristiano to finally break his long trophy drought in Riyadh and lift his first official silverware as a member of the Yellow-and-Blues.
But the madness of today doesn’t end there: Ronaldo could pull off a golden double in just a matter of hours—without even stepping onto the pitch for a second match. While the AFC final is in full swing, a crucial Saudi Pro League fixture will see Al Hilal take on Neom. If Al Hilal slip up and drop points, Al-Nassr will automatically and prematurely secure the Saudi Pro League championship title.
In other words, fate has set up a truly unique scenario for the legendary Portuguese. Having come to the Middle East in search of new glory, Cristiano could become the undisputed hero of the season in a single, unforgettable day.
Reminder: Al-Nassr’s head coach Jorge Jesus could take charge of the Portugal national team.
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
