How Al Nassr Star Reacted Just Before Ronaldo Scored Late Penalty Winner: Video

How Al Nassr Star Reacted Just Before Ronaldo Scored Late Penalty Winner: Video

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at September 30, 2023 at 9:53 AM
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  • Otavio had his heart in his mouth when Al-Nassr faced Al-Tai
  • The Al-Nassr forward was full of emotions as Ronaldo took a late penalty
  • Fortunately, his worst fears turned into jubilation when CR7 expertly converted from the spot

Al-Nassr forward Otavio was filled with nerves just moments before Cristiano Ronaldo converted a penalty in their match against Al-Tai.

The Portuguese maestro, who joined Al-Nassr from FC Porto in the summer transfer window, was emotionally moved while witnessing his compatriot take the crucial spot-kick.

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Otavio had a heart-pounding moment just before Cristiano Ronaldo netted the penalty. Photo credit: @AlNassrFC_EN
Source: Twitter

In a video circulating on X (formerly known as Twitter), the 28-year-old, who was on the substitute's bench, struggled to contain his emotions.

Otavio appears scared before Ronaldo's penalty

In anticipation of the worst outcome had Ronaldo missed the penalty, Otavio attempted to shield himself from the moment by using the team's bib to cover his face.

However, his apprehension turned to jubilation as Cristiano expertly found the back of the net from the spot, deceiving the goalkeeper with a skillful finish, MARCA reports.

Here is the video:

Ronaldo's goal in the 87th minute ultimately restored Al-Nassr's lead, securing a crucial 2-1 victory for the Knights of Najd at the Prince Abdul Aziz bin Musa'ed Stadium.

What's next for Otavio and Al-Nassr?

Otavio surely hopes to avoid such nerve-wracking moments when his team takes on Tajikistan's Istiklol Dushanbe in the AFC Champions League match scheduled for Monday, October 2nd.

Ronaldo inspires Al-Nassr to vital win at Al-Tai

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Cristiano Ronaldo made a significant impact, scoring and providing an assist, as Al-Nassr extended their winning streak with a 2-1 triumph over Al Tai.

Al-Nassr, who had already secured five consecutive victories in the Saudi Pro League before taking on Al Tai, leaned on the exceptional performance of their star player to conquer the Knight of The North at the Prince Abdul Aziz bin Musa'ed Stadium on Friday evening.

This goal brings Ronaldo's total tally to 10 goals in as many games played this season.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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