Cristiano Ronaldo rolled back the years by scoring a stunning overhead kick in Al-Nassr’s 4-1 win over Al-Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League.
The 40-year-old rose in the middle of the penalty area to meet Nawaf Boushal’s right-wing cross in the sixth minute of stoppage time at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh.
It was Ronaldo’s 954th career goal and was reminiscent of his bicycle kick for Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final against Juventus in 2018.
The Portugal captain also scored an overhead kick against Poland in the Nations League in November 2024.
In a thrilling Saudi Pro League clash yesterday, Ronaldo delivered a moment of pure brilliance. With the ball lofted into the box, the Portuguese icon launched into an acrobatic bicycle kick that soared past the goalkeeper, leaving fans and commentators in awe.
The goal instantly drew comparisons to his legendary 2018 bicycle kick against Juventus in the UEFA Champions League—a strike many still consider one of the greatest in football history.
Football fans across the globe took to social media to celebrate the goal, with hashtags like #Ronaldo, #BicycleKick, and #GOAT trending within minutes. Pundits praised the technique, timing, and athleticism, calling it a “masterclass in execution.”
Ronaldo’s performance is a testament to his enduring fitness and hunger for greatness. Despite nearing 40, he continues to defy expectations, leading Al Nassr’s charge in the Saudi Pro League and proving that age is just a number when it comes to elite performance.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s bicycle kick wasn’t just a goal—it was a statement. A reminder that legends don’t fade—they evolve. And when the lights are brightest, Ronaldo still delivers.
