Ronaldo Achieves New Record With Brozovic Assist in Dramatic AFC Champions League Win

• Cristiano Ronaldo achieved a new landmark with his assist for Marcelo Brozovic in the AFC Champions League
• His assist helped Al-Nassr in their 4-2 comeback win against Shabab Al-Ahli
• The 38-year-old also became the only player to score and assist in 22 consecutive seasons

Cristiano Ronaldo reached another milestone during Al-Nassr's triumph against Shabab Al-Ahli in Tuesday's AFC Champions League playoffs.

The esteemed Portuguese football legend, known for shattering records throughout his illustrious career, guided his team back to the group stage of Asia's premier club competition after a one-year absence.

Although Ronaldo didn't find the back of the net himself, he played a pivotal role by providing an assist in the thrilling six-goal encounter at Al-Awwal Park.

According to MARCA, the Knights of Najd fought back valiantly from a 2-1 deficit to defeat Shabab 4-2.

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Yahya Alghassani's brace quickly nullified the early strike from Anderson Talisca as the Emirati club threatened to cause an upset.

However, Luis Castro's charges mounted a late resurgence, netting three goals in the dying moments of the game.

First, Al Ghannam levelled the score, followed by Talisca, who would later be named the man of the match, securing his second goal.

Ronaldo's milestone assist

Finally, Marcelo Brozovic, who joined Al-Nassr in the summer transfer window, opened his goal-scoring account for the Knights of Najd with an assist from captain Ronaldo.

Interestingly, Ronaldo's precise pass to the former Inter Milan midfielder, who struck a low drive into the net, marked another milestone.

It made the 2023 UEFA Champions League finalist the 90th different player to have scored from a Ronaldo assist, per TimelineCR7.

Talisca kisses Ronaldo

In the same clash, Brazilian midfielder Anderson Talisca shared a touching moment with his teammate Ronaldo during Al-Nassr's clash with Al-Shabab Ahli in the AFC Champions League.

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Talisca was caught on camera planting a warm kiss on Ronaldo's cheek after scoring his first goal in the AFC Champions League.

The match, which showcased the synergy between the players, took an emotional turn as Talisca's gesture spoke volumes about the tight-knit bond among the players.

Ronaldo's priceless reaction after qualification

Sports Brief also reported that Ronaldo was elated after playing a pivotal role in Al-Nassr's dramatic comeback victory against Shabab Al-Ahli on Tuesday evening, securing their place in the 2023 Asian Champions League.

Ronaldo's side clawed their way back from the brink of defeat, marking a triumphant return to Asia's premier club competition after missing out on the previous season's edition.