‘His Fuel is Goals’: Capello Hails Ronaldo as a Scorer Supreme at Al-Nassr

Fabio Capello, the legendary Italian manager, has heaped praise on Cristiano Ronaldo, declaring the Portuguese star a “machine” after his prolific form for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. Ronaldo, who joined Al-Nassr in December 2023, has been in blistering form, silencing doubters who questioned his move to the Middle East.

Capello, who managed Ronaldo at Juventus, marveled at the striker’s continued hunger for goals, stating: “He’s still a machine. Ronaldo’s fuel is goals, and when he doesn’t score, he gets angry. He’s a true champion.”

Ronaldo’s current run at Al-Nassr is nothing short of phenomenal. He has netted 44 goals in just 50 games across all competitions, propelling the Riyadh-based club to the top of the Saudi Pro League table. His goals have come in a variety of forms, demonstrating his remarkable technical ability and predatory instincts.

Capello further emphasized Ronaldo’s dedication and professionalism, noting: “He takes care of himself like no other player, both on and off the field. He’s a role model for any young player who wants to achieve greatness.”

While Ronaldo’s move to Al-Nassr raised eyebrows in some quarters, Capello believes the striker has proven his critics wrong: “He may not be playing in Europe anymore, but he’s still scoring goals at an incredible rate. He’s proving that he’s still a force to be reckoned with.”

Ronaldo’s resurgence at Al-Nassr has reignited talk of his international future. Despite being left out of Portugal’s recent squad, Capello believes the door shouldn’t be shut on the five-time Ballon d’Or winner: “If he keeps scoring goals and performing at this level, then why not? He’s still got so much to offer Portugal.”

Capello’s remarks add to the growing chorus of admiration for Ronaldo’s remarkable career. From his early days at Sporting Lisbon to his legendary spells at Manchester United and Real Madrid, Ronaldo has consistently defied expectations and rewritten the record books. His current form at Al-Nassr suggests that his hunger for goals remains insatiable, and with Capello’s support, who knows what more the “machine” can achieve.