In a duel worth the leadership of the Saudi Championship, Al-Ittihad won 1-0 against Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo’s club. The winning goal was scored by striker Romarinho, who became a true executioner for the Portuguese star’s team.
In January, formerCorinthians had already been decisive against Al-Nassr. In the clash for the semifinal of the Saudi Super Cup, the Brazilian scored a goal and distributed two assists in the 3-1 triumph for Al-Ittihad. In this Thursday’s match, Romarinho took advantage of a good pass from his teammate to finish off the goalkeeper.
🎥 The union’s first goal
⚽️ Romarinho
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It was the number 90’s eighth goal this season. For almost five years in the country, Romarinho has already scored 96 times. In addition to the striker, goalkeeper Marcelo Grohe, defensive midfielder Bruno Henrique and midfielder Igor Coronado were other Brazilians who were on the pitch for Al-Ittihad.
With the victory, the team surpassed Al-Nassr and reached the leadership of the Saudi Championship, with 47 points in 20 matches. Cristiano Ronaldo’s club is in second place, one point behind Romarinho’s team.
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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