Rio Ferdinand has jokingly told Cristiano Ronaldo to “slow down” as the 39-year-old continues to shine for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. Despite his advancing age, Ronaldo’s goal-scoring exploits show no sign of slowing down, leading Ferdinand to humorously caution his former Manchester United teammate.
Ronaldo’s Remarkable Form for Al-Nassr
Ronaldo’s stellar performance for Al-Nassr continued with a brace against Damac in the Saudi Pro League, bringing his total to 15 goals this season across all competitions. Al-Nassr, currently in third place, are five points behind league leaders Ittihad, as they chase Pro League glory. Ronaldo has accumulated an impressive 73 goals in 82 appearances for the club, along with 18 assists.
Ferdinand’s Comment on Ronaldo’s Social Media Post
Following Ronaldo’s latest performance, the forward posted on Instagram: “3 points, 2 goals and we keep going!” In response, Ferdinand humorously commented, “Slow down bro!” A lighthearted jab at Ronaldo’s relentless drive and extraordinary consistency.
What’s Next for Ronaldo and Al-Nassr?
Al-Nassr will face Al Sadd in the AFC Champions League on Monday, followed by a critical match against league leaders Ittihad on Friday. Ronaldo will likely continue to play a pivotal role as his team aims to close the gap at the top of the Saudi Pro League.
SOURCE: Goal.com
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