David De Gea calls Cristiano Ronaldo an animal as he scores a brase to become highest goal scorer in 2023
Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals from the penalty spot to inspire Al Nassr to a 5-2 win over Al ittihad in the Saudi Pro League. Sadio Mane was also on target twice, netting two late goals in the 75th and 82nd minutes.
The 38-year-old has now scored 53 goals in 2023. The most by any player this year, surpassing the likes of Kylian Mbappe(52 goals), Harry Kane (52 goals) and Erling Haaland (50 goals).
◉ Cristiano Ronaldo — 53
◎ Harry Kane — 52
◉ Kylian Mbappé — 52
◎ Erling Haaland — 50
Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace tonight also saw him extend his lead on the Saudi Pro League Top Scorers ranking. The Portuguese forward has now scored 19 League goals in the Saudi Pro League. He is currently ranked first followed by Aleksandr Mitrovic from Al hilal who has scored 16 League goals so far.
SAUDI PRO LEAGUE TOP SCORERS
Cristiano Ronaldo put on a masterclass in his latest outing with the Portuguese star helping Al Nassr bag a historic win over Al Ittihad. The Al Nassr skipper led the charge from the front as he bagged two goals to his name, with Al Nassr registering a dominant 5-2 win over the defending champions. Following the game, Ronaldo took to his Instagram to praise his team’s performance. His post did not go unnoticed by his former Manchester United teammate David De Gea, who labeled him as an ‘animal’ for his stunning performance.
David De Gea has been linked to a move to the Saudi Pro League for a while now. It has been reported that the player has been offered to multiple Saudi sides after turning a free agent. However, no side has expressed a direct interest in the player. It will be interesting to see if the player can find a new side during the upcoming winter transfer window.
David De Gea praises Cristiano Ronaldo for his scintillating display
Cristiano Ronaldo took to his Instagram as he added photos from the game with the caption, “Important win. We’re not stopping.” His post attracted the attention of his former teammate David De Gea, who labeled him an ‘animal’. This is not the first time De Gea has praised his former United teammate, with the Spanish shot-stopper claiming the player to be the best in the world during their time together at Manchester United.
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