Cristiano Ronaldo again rescues Al-Nassr from elimination with last-gasp equaliser- WATCH

Cristiano Ronaldo broke the shackles once again as he produced a moment of brilliance as Al-Nassr came from behind to play out a 1-1 draw with Zamalek. The Saudi Arabian outfit looked certain to another disappointing exit from the Arab Club Champions Cup but Ronaldo came to their rescue. Al-Nassr have now qualified for the knockout stages of the competition.

3 things you need to know

• Cristiano Ronaldo moved to Al-Nassr from Manchester United at the start  of this year
• CR7 faced severe criticism for his performance 
• Ronaldo has now scored 840 goals

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Cristiano Ronaldo scores a towering header as Al-Nassr qualify for knockouts

A defeat would have resulted in elimination but Ronaldo ensured the team start the season on the right note. At the stroke of the 87th minute Ghislain Konan floated a pinpoint cross and Ronaldo defied gravity as he rose higher to head the ball home. The Portuguese international has now scored a whopping 300 goals without his strong foot which is a massive achievement itself.

Social media erupted with reactions

Social media was quick to acknowledge his feat as netizens showered p[raises on the player for his effort.

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Al Nassr will now face Raja CA in  the Arab Club Champions Cup quarterfinal on 6th August.