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Cristiano Ronaldo unselfishly gives penalty to Sadio Mane to score during Al-Nassr clash after scoring brilliant opener on return from suspension

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  • Cristiano Ronaldo made his return after being sent off against Al-Hilal last month
  • Ronaldo helped his side reach the King's Cup of Champions final with two goals

By Spencer Morgan

Published: 20:26 BST, 1 May 2024 | Updated: 20:59 BST, 1 May 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo showed he's not quite as self-centered as some may believe as he allowed Sadio Mane to take a penalty during Al-Nassr's clash with Al-Khaleej on Wednesday night.

Ronaldo, returning from suspension after being sent off against Al-Hilal last month, had already scored a brilliant opener of his own when his side were awarded a spot-kick in the latter stages of the first half.

The Portuguese superstar is Al-Nassr's designated penalty taker but handed the responsibility to his team-mate in an effort to boost his confidence.


Ronaldo could be seen encouraging Mane in the background as he stepped up and duly tucked it away to double the home side's lead.

Ronaldo had made the perfect start to his return to action as he capitalised on a poor clearance from the goalkeeper with swiveling left-footed finish.

The 39-year-old then grabbed his second goal of the game from close range as he helped fire Al-Nassr into the final of the King's Cup of Champions.

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