Cristiano Ronaldo: Al Nassr Superstar Scores Insane Left Foot Volley in Saudi Kings Cup, Video

• Cristiano Ronaldo brought his three-game barren run to an end
• His sublime volley gave Al-Nassr the lead against Al Khaleej
• The Saudi Kings Cup is the only trophy CR7 can win this season

Cristiano Ronaldo showcased his enduring brilliance with a sublime left-footed volley for Al-Nassr during the Saudi Kings Cup clash semi-final tie against Al Khaleej on Wednesday, May 1.

Ending his recent goal drought in emphatic fashion, the veteran forward delivered a moment of pure magic to break the deadlock.

How did Ronaldo score his stunning volley?

With a place in the Kings Cup final at stake, Ronaldo seized the opportunity to lead his team, unleashing a thunderous volley into the net in the 17th minute, as noted by SPORTbible.

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Taking advantage of a defensive error from Khaleej, the 39-year-old superstar swiftly turned and unleashed an unstoppable strike that left the opposition goalkeeper with no chance.

Ronaldo, Mane fire Al-Nassr to final

Meanwhile, Al-Nassr secured their spot in the Saudi Kings Cup final with a stellar performance powered by Cristiano Ronaldo's brace, which included a breathtaking left-footed volley and a goal from Sadio Mane.

Following a disheartening semi-final departure against Al Wehda last season, the Knights of Najd were steadfast in their resolve to evade a recurrence, securing a commanding 3-1 triumph over their adversaries.

In the other semi-final encounter, Al-Hilal triumphed over Al-Ittihad, paving the way for an electrifying Grand Finale.

CR7 and his Al-Nassr comrades would aim to halt the club's prolonged quest for a King's Cup victory since 1990 as they confront the Blue Waves in the final.

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3 times Ronaldo passed up a penalty

In the same match, the former Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus ace displayed a generous gesture towards his teammate, Mane, during Al-Nassr's 3-1 victory over Al Khaleej.

The Portuguese star netted two goals in the game and could have completed a hat-trick had he not passed up a penalty opportunity to Mane in the first half.

Following Ronaldo's act of sportsmanship, Sports Brief examines three other instances when the seasoned footballer has selflessly handed penalty-taking duties to his teammates.