Cristiano Ronaldo proved he’s still a force to reckon with, netting a sensational hat-trick as Al Nassr crushed Rio Ave 4-0 in a preseason friendly at Estadio Algarve, Portugal, on August 7, 2025.
Under new coach Jorge Jesus, Al Nassr looked sharp and confident. Joao Felix assisted two of Ronaldo’s goals, signaling a promising partnership ahead of the 2025/26 Saudi Pro League season. Fans flooded X with praise for the 40-year-old star, celebrating his sharp instincts and unmatched drive.
Elsewhere, Bayern Munich thrashed Tottenham Hotspur 4-0 at the Allianz Arena. Harry Kane, facing his former club, scored but missed a penalty, drawing mixed reactions online.
Bayern’s display was dominant, showing readiness for the Bundesliga season. Tottenham, however, struggled under pressure, leaving new coach Thomas Frank with much to fix before the Premier League kicks off.
The match, played in front of a passionate crowd, was more than a friendly—it was a showcase of Bayern’s ambition and a reminder of Kane’s enduring quality, even as his missed penalty sparked debate among fans on X.
As with Al Nassr’s rout of Rio Ave, this encounter highlighted how preseason friendlies, far from being mere warm-ups, are platforms for teams to flex their muscles and for stars like Ronaldo and Kane to captivate the football world. The action-packed day of August 7, 2025, set pulses racing, with these high-profile clashes offering a thrilling preview of the season to come.
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