Cristiano Ronaldo scored the late winner from a penalty as Al-Nassr beat Al-Shabab 2-1 in a dramatic conclusion to the game.

Al-Nassr took the lead in the 69th minute through former Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte.

An own goal from Al-Nassr’s Ali Al-Hassan in the 90th minute gave Al-Shabab an equalizer.

However, much more drama followed as Ronaldo restored Al-Nassr’s lead from the penalty spot.

Subsequently, Al-Nassr’s Mohamed Simakan was sent off for stepping on Nader Al-Sharari in the penalty area.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the winning goal from the penalty spot as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Shabab

Ronaldo’s team survived a moment of shock when Al-Shabab’s Nader Al-Sharari missed a penalty shortly before the end

Abderrazzaq Hamed-Allah tried but failed to hit the target and Al-Nassr secured all three points.

Al-Nassr is currently in second place in the Saudi Pro League, four points behind leaders Al-Hilal.

Former Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte had given Al-Nassr the lead

Al-Nassr’s Mohamed Simakan was subsequently sent off for attacking Nader Al-Sharari

Ronaldo has scored six goals and provided two assists in seven league games so far this season.

The 39-year-old will be hoping to inspire Al-Nassr to another win when they face Esteghlal in the AFC Champions League on Tuesday.