An investigation looms over Cristiano Ronaldo following an incident during Al-Nassr’s triumph over Al-Shabab in the Saudi Pro League at Al-Shabab Club Stadium on Sunday.
As Ronaldo celebrated Al-Nassr’s 3-2 victory on the road, some fans initiated a “Messi” chant in reference to Ronaldo’s long-standing rival. In response, the Portuguese star smiled and gestured with his hand near his groin area while facing the stands, a move seemingly aimed at the heckling Al-Shabab supporters.
While Al-Nassr has refrained from commenting on the gesture, Saudi newspaper Asharq al-Awsat reported that the national football federation is launching an investigation into Ronaldo’s actions.
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This isn’t the first instance of Ronaldo responding to taunting fans. He faced criticism for similar incidents involving Al-Hilal supporters earlier this month and in April 2023.
Ronaldo, who netted his 22nd goal of the Saudi league season on Sunday, joined Al-Nassr in 2022, securing a lucrative contract estimated at approximately $200 million per year.
