Al-Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo dedicated his most recent goal in Saudi Arabia to his late father.

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• Ronaldo netted for Al-Nassr on Monday night
• Helped club to 2-1 win in Champions League
• Dedicated goal to late father

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The global icon netted what turned out to be the winner in Al-Nassr's 2-1 win over Al-Rayyan in the AFC Champions League on Monday night. After scoring, he pointed to the sky in celebration in a touching tribute to his late father.

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  WHAT RONALDO SAID

  Speaking after the match, Ronaldo said: "Today's goal has a different flavor… I wish my father was alive because today is his birthday."

• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  While Ronaldo's goal had an emotional feel to it, it did not stop the 39-year-old from celebrating his seventh strike in eight matches across all competitions. Even at his age, Ronaldo is still thriving and providing for his team as they look to compete across all fronts in Saudi Arabia.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR RONALDO?

  Following another fantastic performance, Ronaldo will be back in action on Saturday against Al-Orobah in the Saudi Pro League. More goals in that game could accelerate the recently opened contract extension talks to keep Ronaldo at Al-Nassr.

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