The soccer world has been mesmerized by the illustrious career of Cristiano Ronaldo for close to two decades. His extraordinary talent and countless records have solidified his status as one of the greatest to ever grace the sport. But as the saying goes, records are meant to be broken. However, it seems that one of Ronaldo’s records will continue to stand strong for a little while longer, as a young star fell short in his attempt to dethrone the Portuguese legend.
In a recent match where Al Nassr triumphed over Al Raed with a score of 3-1, Ronaldo once again proved his worth by contributing a goal to the team’s victory. As Al Nassr continues their winning streak, their sights are set on the upcoming AFC Champions League match on September 20th. Whilst Ronaldo prepares for his debut in this tournament, a young talent named Jude Bellingham was on the verge of replacing him in the record books.
Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham has broken Ronaldo’s long-standing record
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Jude Bellingham has been turning heads ever since his move to Real Madrid. Bellingham’s remarkable journey did not come cheap for the Spanish giants, as they had to shell out a staggering $111 million to secure his services after an impressive stint with Borussia Dortmund. His seamless transition into Real Madrid has been nothing short of remarkable. The Englishman is currently leading the La Liga Golden Boot race, netting an impressive tally of 5 goals.
It seemed like the 20-year-old was destined to break Ronaldo’s record. However, it was during the match against Real Sociedad that Bellingham’s quest to break the record took an unfortunate stop. The 14-year-old milestone, set by CR7 himself during his time at Real Madrid, saw the iconic forward scoring in his first four matches for the club.
Prior to the game against Real Sociedad Bellingham, with his exceptional form had already matched this record with relative ease. The stage was set for the midfielder to surpass Ronaldo and etch his name in the history books. Unfortunately for the young star, fate had other plans. Despite Madrid’s eventual 2-1 victory, Bellingham was unable to contribute to the scoreline and break the Al Nassr striker’s record.
🌟Jude Bellingham’s streak is over but he made a record as the only player to score in his first four La Liga games for Real Madrid, tied with Cristiano Ronaldo. pic.twitter.com/18vAdbUjtS
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) September 17, 2023
While the disappointment may linger for Bellingham, it is important to remember that he is still young. As the soccer world watches in awe, we can only anticipate the exciting journey that lies ahead for Jude Bellingham. As for the 38-year-old striker, he also has some important fixtures to look forward to.
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The AFC Champions League debut of Cristiano Ronaldo can be more challenging than anticipated
Cristiano Ronaldo’s highly anticipated debut in the AFC Champions League is just hours away. Al Nassr is heading to Iran for their first game in the Champions League, where they will face off against Persepolis FC, a prominent Iranian club. This match is of utmost importance if Al Nassr hope to secure the Continental title.
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However, it’s not just the on-field challenges that Ronaldo will have to overcome during his time in Iran. Social media platforms, like Instagram and WhatsApp are banned in the country. This means that the Portuguese star won’t have access to these communication channels while there.
Additionally, Ezzatollah Zarghami, the Iranian Minister of Tourism, has made it clear that Ronaldo won’t be granted “unlimited internet” to stay connected with his loved ones. These added obstacles will undoubtedly present challenges for CR7 during this crucial match.
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