Cristiano Ronaldo’s stunning performance at Al-Nassr earned praise from head coach Luis Castro, underlining the football icon’s dedication.
Al Nasr head coach Luis Castro has praised Cristiano Ronaldo’s performances since joining the Saudi side. Despite the challenges in 2022 and his early departure from Manchester United, Ronaldo has shown outstanding performance in the ongoing league.
The Portuguese superstar appears to have aged like fine wine and is in stunning form in 2023. The 38-year-old Al Nasr man has scored an impressive 45 goals, two more than the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane and just behind Erling Ha Rand.
Castro expressed surprise at the striker’s performance, as quoted by @cristiano7TheG on X relentless drive Despite being close to 39 years old. He highlighted Ronaldo’s unwavering passion for the game, praising the veteran’s consistency in both training and on-field performance.
Coach Al Nasr further emphasized Ronaldo’s intrinsic motivation, pointing to the footballer’s extraordinary commitment and focus, which make him stand out even at his age.
Castro acknowledged Ronaldo’s “greatest of all time” status, praising the Portuguese icon’s recent goal against Alkali as “fantastic” and saying: “Cristiano is number one in the world. He’s a great guy A guy who is also a professional. It’s incredible.”
Castro highlighted Ronaldo’s influence, praising the footballer for his astonishing ability to simplify the game, a sentiment echoed after Ronaldo’s thunderous goal against Alkali. The goal continued his winning streak and contributed to Al Nasr’s victory, securing crucial three points for the team.
Castro took over Al Nasr in July following the departure of Rudi Garcia and has witnessed Ronaldo’s ability to improve his side’s performances. Ronaldo has achieved a remarkable record with 15 goals in 16 appearances this season, scoring 12 goals in just 11 games, further cementing his importance to the Saudi Professional League.
The Portuguese superstar’s relentless ability and consistent goal-scoring form continue to dazzle fans and confirm his enduring legacy in football, leaving an indelible mark on Al Nasr’s journey this season.