Ronaldo provides an assist.

On the evening of December 24th, Cristiano Ronaldo contributed one assist in Al Nassr's 5-1 victory over Al Zawraa in their first appearance in this season's AFC Champions League Two.

Ronaldo provided an assist in his first appearance in the AFC Champions League Two this season.

The Al Nassr coaching staff initially did not use Ronaldo in the group stage matches, in order to conserve his fitness for the intense knockout phase. However, since Al Nassr secured qualification early, Ronaldo was given playing time to gradually get used to the pace of the Asian Cup.

Meanwhile, Al Nassr concluded their AFC Champions League Two group stage campaign in the most impressive way possible at their home stadium, Al-Awwal Park. In this goalfest, Ronaldo didn't score directly but remained the focal point, acting as the orchestrator and leaving a clear mark on the Saudi Arabian team's style of play.

Immediately after the opening whistle, Al Nassr launched a one-sided attack. Ronaldo's presence in the attack forced Al Zawraa's defense to retreat deep, creating large spaces for his teammates. In the 12th minute, Kingsley Coman broke the deadlock with a neat left-footed shot. Just 7 minutes later, Wesley doubled the lead, putting the visitors on the defensive.

Al Nassr's relentless pressure was rewarded with a third goal in the 29th minute, when center-back Abdulelah Al Amri headed in accurately from a set piece. Before the first half ended, Ronaldo's biggest impact came. In the 44th minute, CR7 delivered a sublime through pass, creating an opportunity for Joao Felix to score. The play showcased the tactical vision of the five-time Ballon d'Or winner.

At the start of the second half, Ronaldo was substituted, bringing to a close an effective game despite not scoring. Al Zawraa scored a consolation goal in the 50th minute, but their faint hopes were quickly dashed when Coman completed his brace in the 56th minute.

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