Locker Room Enigma: Ronaldo Out, Silent Surge After Riyadh Showdown
Al Nassr narrowly defeated Al Riyadh 1-0 in a tense Saudi Pro League clash, with Sadio Mane finding the net in the 40th minute. Cristiano Ronaldo was absent, casting a shadow over the aftermath. Jorge Jesus and the team ducked the media horde, fueling questions about tension within the squad. Portuguese outlets hinted at Ronaldo’s discontent with perceived support, as Haider Abdul-Kari entered the winter window amid mixed reactions.