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Cristiano Ronaldo scored a crucial goal to help Al Nassr secure a dominant 5-1 victory over Al Ain in the fourth round of the AFC Champions League Elite. Ronaldo's goal came in the 31st minute when he followed up a long-range shot from Sadio Mane, making it 2-0. This was his second goal in the tournament this season and also his 908th career goal in 1,249 matches.
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Ronaldo was active throughout the match, touching the ball 48 times and taking eight shots, creating two opportunities for his teammates, but scoring only once. He received a rating of 8.1, his highest in recent performances. Talisca, who scored a brace, earned a 9.2 rating, while Mane received an 8.2.
The victory helped Al Nassr regain their pride against Al Ain, reaching 10 points and sitting behind Al Hilal and Al Ahli. Their next match will be against Al Riyadh in the 10th round of the Saudi League on November 8.