Superstar C. Ronaldo acted strangely as if arguing with himself after Al Nassr lost in the AFC Champions League semi-finals on April 30.
The veteran striker's team lost 2-3 to Japanese representative Kawasaki despite having more possession of the ball and having 21 shots. After the match ended, C. Ronaldo stood in the center circle, waved his arms and legs, muttered, then put his hands on his hips, shrugged and pouted, expressing regret and disappointment.
The Sun newspaper said that the Portuguese superstar "held back tears, arguing with himself" after missing several scoring opportunities, including a "delicious" situation in the last minute of the match. At that time, C. Ronaldo escaped and rushed into Kawasaki's penalty area, received a pass from his teammate, but missed the shot.
Having lost in the AFC Champions League semi-finals, the 40-year-old striker faces a trophyless season, as Al Nassr was also eliminated in the King's Cup before. In the Saudi Pro League, Al Nassr finished third, eight points behind leaders Al Ittihad. Since moving to Saudi Arabia in early 2023, he has only won one collective title despite scoring 97 goals in 108 matches.
,Contrary to his emotions on the field, C. Ronaldo posted a positive post on Instagram after the loss. "Sometimes dreams have to wait. I am proud of this team and everything we have done on the field. Thank you to all the fans who have always believed in us and been with us every step of the way. Your support means a lot," he wrote.
In the comments section, many people praised C. Ronaldo. "Even when the dream has to wait, legends never stop. You don't just play, you inspire. Sincerely, GOAT (best player of all time)," one person wrote. "Always proud of you", "You are the best," or "It's not your fault, we will come back stronger" are other comments.
(According to The Sun)