VIDEO: Cristiano Ronaldo makes history with 850th career goal in man of the match display as Al-Nassr thrash Al-Hazm
Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 850th goal of his career as Al Nassr won 5-1 away at Al-Hazm on Saturday night.
Ronaldo also claimed two assists as Al Nassr recorded a third straight victory in the Saudi Pro League.
The 38-year-old set up Abdulrahman Ghareeb for the game's opening goal on 33 minutes.
Abdullah Al-Khaibari then doubled Al Nassr's lead just before half-time with a sweet volley from a corner kick.
Gambia international Muhammed Badamosi pulled a goal back for Al-Hazm shortly after the interval but it was 3-1 to Al Nassr in the 57th minute following another Ronaldo assist.
Al Nassr's third goal was finished off by Otavio following a fantastic team move.
Ronaldo then scored the fourth goal himself by smashing a powerful shot into the net from 13 yards.
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Sadio Mane wrapped up the victory with a crisp finish in the 78th minute following slick build-up play between Ronaldo and Ghareeb.
After losing their first two league games of the season, Al Nassr - who have scored 14 goals in their last three matches - are now just four points off the top of the table.
Ronaldo is the leading scorer in this season's Saudi Pro League and also top of the charts in terms of assists.
Highlights: Al-Hazm 1-5 Al Nassr