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Cristiano Ronaldo found himself in a heated confrontation following Al Nassr's heart-wrenching defeat to Al Ain in the Asian Champions League quarter-final.
In a dramatic encounter, Ronaldo's lone successful penalty kick wasn't enough to secure victory for Al Nassr, who fell 3-1 in the shootout after squandering three of their four attempts.
The veteran forward, who also notched a 118th-minute equalizer, may rue his missed opportunity earlier in the match when he failed to convert from close range.
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23:42 - 11.03.2024
WATCH: Ronaldo's unbelievable miss that cost Al-Nassr in Champions League exit to Al-Ain
Cristiano Ronaldo's unbelievable miss in the AFC Champions League match between Al-Nassr and Al-Ain left fans stunned. The dramatic turn of events, including a late comeback and penalty shootout, added to the intensity of the game.
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15:26 - 09.03.2024
Cristiano Ronaldo a no-show at Joshua against Ngannou clash despite reserving special front row seat
Last night's heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou in Riyadh had the sporting world buzzing.
Despite the Portugal captain's valiant efforts, his team succumbed to a loss, ending their hopes of clinching the prestigious title.
Break-out fight
Amid the high-stakes atmosphere, tempers flared between players from both sides after the referee blew the final whistle.
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Ronaldo appeared to be central to the altercation, the confrontation did not escalate into serious violence, with no players receiving disciplinary action despite the heated exchanges.
According to a video shared on X, “A fight broke out between Al Nassr and Al Ain players after the match!”
Security ran onto the pitch to get involved in the incident and was soon brought to a calm state as the players headed back to the dressing room.
With their continental aspirations dashed, Ronaldo and Al Nassr will now refocus on domestic competition, gearing up for a crucial Super Cup semi-final clash against Al Hilal.
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Ronaldo had been a pivotal figure for Al Nassr throughout the season, showcasing his prowess with an impressive tally of 22 goals in 21 league games.
His impact extended to the AFC Champions League campaign, where he netted six crucial goals en route to the quarter-final showdown.
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