Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick as Al-Nassr thrashed Al-Tai 5-1 in the Saudi Pro League.

Ronaldo now boasts an excellent return of 26 goals in 23 league appearances for Al-Nassr this season, while he has scored 33 goals in 34 games in all competitions. However, despite his impressive contribution, Al-Nassr are in second place, 12 points adrift of leaders Al-Hilal, who remain unbeaten.

Otavio gave Al-Nassr the lead but Virgil Misidjan equalised for Al-Tai. Misidjan was sent off in the first half, with Abdulrahman Gareeb restoring Al-Nassr’s advantage.

The former Manchester United forward then took centre-stage as he hit a hat-trick, scoring in the 64th, 67th and 87th minutes.

• Daily Mail.