Controversy surrounds Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo after he was caught on camera making an obscene sexual gesture during Al-Nassr’s recent match against Al-Shabab in the Saudi Pro League. The incident occurred following Al-Nassr’s 3-2 victory, during which Ronaldo scored his 799th career goal for the club.
Ronaldo’s actions came under scrutiny as videos circulated on social media showing him cupping his ear and making repeated pelvic thrust gestures, seemingly in response to chants of “Messi” from Al-Shabab supporters. The incident, although not captured on television, has sparked outrage and prompted the Saudi Football Federation (SAFF) to launch an investigation.
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While Ronaldo’s gesture was not directly witnessed by TV cameras, Saudi pundits have called for sanctions against the football icon. Waleed Al Farraj, a prominent Saudi writer and television host, emphasized the importance of maintaining discipline in professional sports, regardless of a player’s fame.
Al-Nassr, Ronaldo’s club, has yet to issue a formal statement regarding the incident. However, this isn’t the first time Ronaldo has faced criticism for his on-field behavior. Last year, he was scrutinized for a similar gesture after a league defeat against Al-Hilal. Additionally, during a recent match, Ronaldo attracted attention for his response to an Al-Hilal scarf thrown at him from the stands.
The incident adds to the ongoing rivalry between Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, with fans quick to draw comparisons between the two football legends. As the SAFF conducts its investigation, Ronaldo’s conduct continues to be a topic of discussion among football enthusiasts worldwide.
