Cristiano Ronaldo sets new record in Al Nassr’s victory
In a thrilling Arab Club Champions Cup game at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh on Tuesday, Cristiano Ronaldo led his team Al Nassr to a resounding 4-1 victory over US Monastir. This victory was significant for Ronaldo as he set yet another goalscoring record, further solidifying his status as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Record-Breaking Header
Ronaldo started the comeback for Al Nassr with a clinical header in the 74th minute, scoring his 145th headed goal. This achievement now makes him the highest-ever goalscorer in football when it comes to headers, surpassing Gerd Muller‘s previous tally of 144 goals. Ronaldo’s ability to dominate in the aerial battle has been a defining aspect of his game throughout his career.
According to a report by Sportstar.thehindu.com, Ronaldo’s record-breaking strike sent the stadium into a frenzy, highlighting the remarkable impact he continues to have on the sport.
Al Nassr’s First Win
This victory against US Monastir was not only significant for Ronaldo but also for Al Nassr as it marked their first win in the Arab Club Champions Cup this season. After a goalless draw against Al-Shabab in the previous match, Al Nassr came into this game determined to secure a positive result. The team started the match on the offensive and former Inter Milan stalwart Marcelo Brozovic played a crucial role in setting up the attacking moves.
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Drama and Errors
In the 42nd minute, Al Nassr finally broke the deadlock with an attack initiated by Brozovic. Abdulrahman Ghareeb received Brozovic’s long ball and assisted Anderson Talisca to open the scoring. However, an unfortunate error by Al Nassr’s defender Ali Lajami led to an own goal, equalizing the score six minutes after the hour-mark.
Al Nassr’s Dominance
Following Ronaldo’s record-breaking strike, the momentum of the game entirely shifted to Al Nassr’s side. Abdulelah Al-Amri and Abdulaziz Saud Al Elewai capitalized on this shift, scoring two goals in two minutes during the closing moments of the match. This comprehensive victory propelled Al Nassr to the top of their group in the King Salman Club Cup, tied on points with Al Shabab but ahead on goal difference.
A Relief for Al Nassr
This win comes as a relief for Al Nassr, who have had a mixed outing against European teams in recent matches, including heavy defeats against Benfica and Celta Vigo. The team can draw confidence from this victory and aim to build on their success in future fixtures.
Monastir’s Struggles
On the other hand, US Monastir had a disappointing performance in this tournament and currently sits at the bottom of the table. They are the only team in their group without a single point, highlighting their struggles. Monastir will face a formidable challenge against Al Shabab in their next match, while Al Nassr will take on Egyptian side Zamalek SC in the last round of group-stage matches.
Key Takeaway:
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 145th headed goal, surpassing Gerd Muller’s record of 144 goals.
Al Nassr secured their first win in the Arab Club Champions Cup this season.
The victory propelled Al Nassr to the top of their group in the King Salman Club Cup.
US Monastir is currently at the bottom of the table without a single point.
Credit: sportstar.thehindu.com
Super Eagles seal AFCON 2025 spot, draw 1-1 against Benin
Victor Osimhen’s late header helped the Super Eagles of Nigeria secure a 1-1 draw against Benin Republic in Abidjan, clinching their qualification for the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Benin, playing their matches in Côte d’Ivoire, took an early lead in the 16th minute when Mohammed Tijani headed in a short corner.
The goal followed a period of sustained pressure from the Beninoise side on the Nigerian defence.
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Benin nearly doubled their advantage shortly afterwards, but goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali made a crucial save to keep Nigeria in the game.
Osimhen threatened as the first half progressed, with a powerful header that narrowly missed the target.
In the second half, Benin came close again, but a shot veered inches wide of the right post, sparing the Eagles further trouble.
With nine minutes remaining, Osimhen rose to the occasion, connecting with a precise cross from Moses Simon to level the score at 1-1.
With this result, the Super Eagles top Group D with 11 points from five matches, while Benin hold second place with seven points.
BREAKING: Super Eagles qualify for AFCON 2025
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have secured their qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, following Libya’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali.
This result leaves Rwanda with five points from five matches, rendering them unable to surpass Nigeria in the standings, even if they win their upcoming match against the Super Eagles in Uyo.
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Currently, Nigeria leads Group D with 10 points, followed by Benin with six points, Rwanda with five, and Libya at the bottom with four points.
Benin remains in contention for the second qualification spot and will face Nigeria in a crucial match tonight.
Libya is set to host Benin in the final Group D game on Monday.
Mike Tyson back in ring to face Youtuber Paul
Nearly 40 years after making his professional debut, and 19 years after being battered into retirement, a 58-year-old Mike Tyson will climb back into the ring on Friday for a Netflix-backed bout that has drawn widespread condemnation across the boxing world.
Tyson, who terrorised the heavyweight division during an imperious reign in the late 1980s, is lacing up the gloves once more to take on Youtuber Jake Paul, 27, in an officially sanctioned fight at AT&T Stadium, the home of the Dallas Cowboys, in Arlington, Texas.
The fight, which will be comprised of eight two-minute rounds, was initially due to take place in July but was postponed in May after Tyson required medical treatment on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles after vomiting blood due to a bleeding ulcer.
That gory mid-air emergency has provided another piece of ammunition for the numerous critics who have condemned Friday’s contest as a macabre circus act that poses an unacceptable level of risk for Tyson, who last graced a professional ring in 2005, when he was beaten via a technical knockout after quitting on his stool against Irish journeyman Kevin McBride.
“Twenty years ago, Mike Tyson retired from boxing, and was shot to pieces, right? I mean, completely shot,” the prominent British fight promoter Eddie Hearn said this week.
“If anyone thinks that Mike Tyson should be in a ring at this age, you either have absolutely no emotional feelings toward the man, or you’re an idiot. It shouldn’t be happening.”
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Hearn’s rival promoter Frank Warren echoed those sentiments.
“Mike Tyson is 58 years of age and he shouldn’t be fighting,” Warren said after the bout was announced. “It’s as simple as that.
“Anyone with an ounce of brains knows that it is ridiculous. You can be on a motorway stuck in a traffic jam and you get to the end of it and all it is is people who have stopped to look at a crash — and that’s what this is.”
Tyson, who US reports say is being paid around $20 million for Friday’s contest, has brushed off the concerns for his wellbeing, insisting when critics from the boxing world are motivated by jealousy.
“I’m beautiful, that’s all I can say,” he said earlier this year. “The people who said that wish they were up here. No-one else can do this.”
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