Cristiano Ronaldo: Top 7 Free kicks of Al Nassr Star's Glorious Career, Video

Cristiano Ronaldo scored one of his best-ever free kicks for Al Nassr against Damac on Saturday evening.

Al Nassr were given a free kick roughly 25 yards out with the scores locked at 1-1 in the second half at KSU Stadium.

According to TalkSPORT, Ronaldo stepped up and struck a brilliant effort that nestled into the top corner. Damac's goalkeeper, Moustapha Zeghba, had absolutely no chance of saving it at all.

Ronaldo has now scored 61 free kicks in his career, but how does his masterful set piece compare to his other free kicks?

Sports Brief takes a look at some of the deadliest free kick goals Cristiano Ronaldo has scored over the years.

7. Manchester United vs Europe XI ( Friendly, 2007)

This remarkable goal occurred during a particularly unique event. In 2007, in celebration of the 50th anniversaries of both the European Union and Manchester United's 50 years of competition, a special match was organised between the Red Devils and a European XI featuring notable figures such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Andrea Pirlo, and Eric Abidal, among others.

However, the match concluded with a 4-3 victory for Manchester United, and it was Cristiano Ronaldo who predictably stole the spotlight with an exquisite free-kick.

Striking the ball from a distance of approximately 40 yards, he made such clean contact that it travelled at impressive velocity and exhibited a mesmerizing swerve that left the goalkeeper bewildered, as he went in the opposite direction.

6. Denmark vs Portugal (Euro 2012 qualifiers)

Despite this goal occurring in a loss, it in no way diminishes the astounding brilliance of Ronaldo's strike. While trailing 2-0 to Denmark, the Portuguese star delivered a sensational injury-time free-kick to notch one for his team.

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From a substantial range, he expertly curved the ball into the top corner, eluding the goalkeeper even before he had a chance to react. The velocity, the dip, and the unforeseeable path of the ball all exemplified the quintessential attributes of a Ronaldo free-kick.

5. Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid (2011/12 Champions League)

Over the years, Ronaldo has consistently been a thorn in the side of Atletico Madrid, first while playing for Real Madrid. In a match against Diego Simeone's side in 2012, Ronaldo executed a mesmerising free kick that left goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois utterly bewildered.

Launching the ball from a distance of nearly 35-40 yards, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner made the ball swerve in a manner that almost seemed mischievous, abruptly changing its course under the command of its master, and then elegantly dipping into the bottom corner.

Once again, he had delivered in a crucial match, and it certainly wasn't the last time he stepped up and made a decisive impact for his team, as we've witnessed countless times over the past decade.

4. Portugal vs Spain (2018 World Cup)

This specific free kick, which occurred during the 2018 World Cup group stage encounter against Spain, carries a distinct importance as it enabled Ronaldo to achieve his debut World Cup hat-trick, per Skysports.

Furthermore, with his magnificent curling shot, he shattered several records, rescuing his team with a late equalizer in regular time. Notably, he became the very first player in history to complete a hat-trick against Spain at the World Cup.

3. Marseille vs Real Madrid (2008/09 Champions League)

Fresh off a record-breaking transfer to Real Madrid, the Portuguese sensation was still in the midst of adapting to life in the Spanish capital. However, his performance against the French side likely played a significant role in his quest to regain his lethal form and win over the hearts of his new supporters.

In an away clash against Marseille during the 2009-10 UEFA Champions League group stage, Cristiano Ronaldo executed a sublime free-kick that handed his team the advantage for the evening. Striking from a highly central position, he managed to impart remarkable swerve on the ball, combined with unstoppable velocity, leaving the goalkeeper with absolutely no chance. It was indeed a truly remarkable strike.

2. Man United vs Portsmouth (2007/08 Premier League)

During his stint with Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo showcased his ability to score some extraordinary free-kick goals for the Red Devils. However, one of these strikes remains etched in the memories of fans, elevating itself above the rest - his stunning goal against Portsmouth in the 2007-08 Premier League season.

Employing his signature knuckleball technique, he unleashed a ferocious shot that blazed into the top corner, following a trajectory and speed that defied explanation, rendering David James in the goal utterly motionless and unable to react. Just like the rest of us, he could only stand in awe of the shot and the sheer brilliance of the man who executed it.

1. Arsenal vs Man United (2008/09 Champions League)

In 2009, domestic rivals Manchester United and Arsenal faced off in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals. While United held a commanding position, the game was not entirely out of reach for the Gunners. That changed when Ronaldo unleashed a thunderous strike from 40 yards.

This goal is remarkable for numerous reasons, beyond the significance and occasion of the match. Firstly, the sheer audacity of attempting a goal from such a vast distance, followed by the astonishing power he generated in the shot, and lastly, the pinpoint accuracy in guiding it perfectly into the corner past the goalkeeper. Undoubtedly, it will be enshrined in history as one of his most iconic goals.