Cristiano Ronaldo Threatened By Sanctions Due To Respons To Resonances About Lionel Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo is threatened with sanctions from the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (Instagram/@cristiano).

JAKARTA - The Saudi Arabian Football Federation is investigating Cristiano Ronaldo who responded to the ridicule of 'Lionel Messi' when Al Nassr met Al Shabab in the Saudi Arabian Pro League on Monday, February 26, 2024.

Ronaldo is threatened with suspension if his response to Al Shabab fans is proven to be a rude act.

The incident began when Al Nassr visited Al Shabab's headquarters on a mission to maintain hope of achieving the title of the Saudi Arabian Pro League.

As usual, Ronaldo was the target of the host supporters singing the chant 'Lionel Messi' from the start. At first, he only responded with a laugh when entering the field.

Until finally the Portuguese player opened Al Nassr's lead in the 21st minute from the penalty spot.

Ronaldo then elaborated towards the corner of the corner of the flag with his distinctive style.

However, he was ignited by Al Shabab supporters. Ronaldo inevitably gave certain signs to the audience after the celebration.

He was seen waving his hand at the host's supporters. At one point he even covered his ear before repeatedly pushing his hand near his pelvis.

This action drew criticism. The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has opened an investigation into the incident.

If Ronaldo gets a penalty, he might miss the next Al Nassr match against Al Hazem on Thursday, February 29, 2024.

Meanwhile, Al Nassr closed the match with a 3-2 win over Al Shabab. They came home with three points thanks to the contribution of two other goals from Talisca (46' and 86').

The hosts only managed to reduce the gap through former Atletico Madrid star Yannick Carrasco, in the 45+8' minute through the penalty spot. Carlos scored one additional goal in the 67th minute.

Al Nassr's victory saw them collect 52 points from 21 matches in the Saudi Arabian Pro League. They are seven points clear of the leader of the standings, Al Hilal.

Apart from that, the former Manchester United star is competing with another former Premier League striker to get the Golden Boot of the Saudi Arabian Pro League.

He has scored 22 goals in 20 appearances. Ronaldo is three goals ahead of Fulham's former flagship Aleksandar Mitrovic and seven goals ahead of former Tottenham winger Georges-Kevin N'Koudou.