Ronaldo taunted with Messi chants again in Saudi Arabia, but Portuguese star responds with surprising gesture
2 months ago

Ronaldo taunted with Messi chants again in Saudi Arabia, but Portuguese star responds with surprising gesture

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Cristiano Ronaldo once again faced ‘Messi, Messi’ chants from opposition fans during a Saudi Pro League match against Al-Taawoun. Recently, 39-year-old Ronaldo once again faced “Messi, Messi” chants during a Saudi Pro League game. Ronaldo surprises with his gesture to Messi chants Ronaldo, who now plays for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League after joining the club from Manchester United in 2022, encountered the chants during a match against Al-Taawoun on Friday at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. Watch Ronaldo’s reaction to Messi chants: Cristiano’s response to the fans who were chanting Messi’s name.

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Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to Lionel Messi chants from Al-Hilal fans - before Al-Nassr superstar clashes with referee after getting booked
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to Lionel Messi chants from Al-Hilal fans - before Al-Nassr superstar clashes with referee after getting booked

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo was the target of some light-hearted mocking from opposing fans during Al-Nassr's clash with Al Hilal on Friday. In one instance following Al-Nassr's win over Al-Shabab in February Ronaldo responded by making an obscene gesture towards his pelvis that later saw him handed a one-match ban and fined 10,000 riyals. Cristiano Ronaldo was taunted by Al-Hilal fans during …

Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Arabia dream turning into nightmare, rejects silver medal after Al Nassr lose to Al Hilal
7 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Arabia dream turning into nightmare, rejects silver medal after Al Nassr lose to Al Hilal

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo’s frustration was evident as he refused to collect his runner-up medal after Al-Nassr’s 4-1 defeat to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup final. Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo, Alex Telles, Abdulrahman Ghareeb and teammates look dejected after losing the penalty shootout and the Saudi King Cup final. Adding to the drama, Al-Hilal fans taunted Ronaldo with chants of "Messi" …

Cristiano Ronaldo loses his cool, makes obscene gestures at Al Nassr teammates in Saudi Super Cup final
7 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo loses his cool, makes obscene gestures at Al Nassr teammates in Saudi Super Cup final

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo lost his cool after his team suffered another crushing defeat to rivals Al Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup final. Cristiano Ronaldo makes obscene gestures to Al Nassr's teammates After Malcom's goal in the 71st minute, Ronaldo expressed his disappointment towards his teammates. Brazilian winger Malcom added Al-Hilal’s fourth to give the league champion a second successive Super …

The Cristiano Ronaldo circus provokes a serious question over Portugal’s Euro 2024 hopes
8 months, 3 weeks ago

The Cristiano Ronaldo circus provokes a serious question over Portugal’s Euro 2024 hopes

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Perhaps it really is the sign of a new team that, as …

Tearful Cristiano Ronaldo mocked as Neymar laughs at the crowd chanting 'Messi'... after the Brazilian's Al-Hilal side beat Al-Nassr on penalties in the King's Cup final
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Tearful Cristiano Ronaldo mocked as Neymar laughs at the crowd chanting 'Messi'... after the Brazilian's Al-Hilal side beat Al-Nassr on penalties in the King's Cup final

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo was mocked with Lionel Messi chants after losing in a cup final with Al-Nassr on Friday night. Neymar was caught laughing during fans chanting 'Messi' at Cristiano Ronaldo Cristiano Ronaldo was left visibly distraught after Al-Nassr lost the cup final on penalties Ronaldo dropped to his knees in despair after Al-Nassr's penalty shootout loss was confirmed Ronaldo ended …

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are playing on until their late 30s because they 'can't stand each other', Jamie Carragher claims - and insists fans won't see another rivalry like it again
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are playing on until their late 30s because they 'can't stand each other', Jamie Carragher claims - and insists fans won't see another rivalry like it again

Daily Mail  

Carragher says Ronaldo and Messi have been intent on one-upping each other Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have continued to play on because of their competitive spirit which means they 'can't stand each other', claims Jamie Carragher. Cristiano Ronaldo, 39, and Lionel Messi, 36, have played on because they 'can't stand each other', claims Jamie Carragher Carragher says the superstars …

Cristiano Ronaldo is AGAIN subjected to 'Messi' chants as the Al-Nassr talisman is taunted by fans after his side suffered a 3-1 defeat against strugglers Al-Raed to fall further behind in the Saudi t
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo is AGAIN subjected to 'Messi' chants as the Al-Nassr talisman is taunted by fans after his side suffered a 3-1 defeat against strugglers Al-Raed to fall further behind in the Saudi t

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo was again the target of rival fans chanting Lionel Messi's name as Al-Nassr were defeated by Al-Raed on Thursday. Clips on social media showed sections of the Al-Raed support chanting the Argentinian's name after their side defeated Al-Nassr 3-1 in Riyadh. Supporters have frequently targeted Ronaldo with 'Messi' chants in recent weeks, including immediately following Al-Nassr's win over …

Cristiano Ronaldo is teased with Lionel Messi chants AGAIN during Al-Nassr's 1-0 defeat to Al-Ain in AFC Champions League quarterfinal... as video shows Portugal forward shaking his head in frustratio
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo is teased with Lionel Messi chants AGAIN during Al-Nassr's 1-0 defeat to Al-Ain in AFC Champions League quarterfinal... as video shows Portugal forward shaking his head in frustratio

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo was once again taunted with Lionel Messi chants during Al-Nassr's 1-0 defeat to Al-Ain on Monday night. Just last week, the Portugal forward was reportedly summoned by Saudi Pro League chiefs to explain a gesture he made towards supporters who were chanting Messi's name towards him. 🚨 The whole Crowd Started chanting "Messi, Messi" after the End of …

Cristiano Ronaldo handed one-game ban for reacting to Lionel Messi chants with obscene gesture towards fans in Saudi Arabia
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo handed one-game ban for reacting to Lionel Messi chants with obscene gesture towards fans in Saudi Arabia

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for one match by Saudi soccer chiefs after appearing to make an obscene gesture at the end of Al Nassr's recent win over Al Shabab. Ronaldo was reportedly summoned by Saudi Pro League chiefs to explain the gesture he made towards supporters who were chanting great rival Lionel Messi's name towards him after Sunday's game. …

Lewd on-field gesture lands Cristiano Ronaldo in the soup, handed one match suspension
1 year ago

Lewd on-field gesture lands Cristiano Ronaldo in the soup, handed one match suspension

India TV News  

The Disciplinary and Ethics Committee of the Saudi Football Federation has suspended Cristiano Ronaldo for one match after he appeared to make a lewd gesture on the pitch during a Saudi Pro League fixture between Al Nassr and Al Shabab. In a video that has taken social media by storm, Ronaldo can be seen cupping his left ear before pumping …

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks his silence on his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans that has caused anger in Saudi Arabia... 'as he faces a ban of at least two games and a fine'
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks his silence on his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans that has caused anger in Saudi Arabia... 'as he faces a ban of at least two games and a fine'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence on his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans while celebrating Al-Nassr's 3-2 victory amid outcry against the forward. Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence on the obscene gesture he made to Al-Shabab fans Ronaldo appeared to make a the obscene gesture following Al-Nassr's win over Al-Shabab after the home fans taunted him with 'Messi' chants …

Cristiano Ronaldo 'must explain his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans to Saudi Pro League committee'... and could face 'AT LEAST a two-game ban alongside fine'
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo 'must explain his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans to Saudi Pro League committee'... and could face 'AT LEAST a two-game ban alongside fine'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo will reportedly have to explain himself to the Saudi Pro League Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly been summoned by Saudi Pro League chiefs to explain a seemingly obscene gesture he made towards Al-Shabab fans. Cristiano Ronaldo will reportedly have to appear before the Saudi Pro League's disciplinary committee to explain a seemingly obscene gesture he made Ronaldo appeared to …

Cristiano Ronaldo to Receive 'Harsh' Punishment From Saudi FA for Obscene Celebration After Messi Chants: Report
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo to Receive 'Harsh' Punishment From Saudi FA for Obscene Celebration After Messi Chants: Report

News 18  

The rules are above none. Well, Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo might be about to realise the same shortly, as the Saudi Pro League is reportedly set to fine the Al Nassr forward for his actions from Sunday night. Ronaldo was the centre of all headlines to do with the Saudi Pro League, after his obscene celebrations in front of opposition …

Cristiano Ronaldo makes obscene gesture at fans after they chanted 'Messi, Messi' at him after Al-Nassr's win over Al-Shabab... and could now face an investigation from Saudi FA
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo makes obscene gesture at fans after they chanted 'Messi, Messi' at him after Al-Nassr's win over Al-Shabab... and could now face an investigation from Saudi FA

Daily Mail  

Xabi Alonso is smart and will do what's best for him. He won't make an emotional decision about his next managerial job - Listen to the It's All Kicking Off podcast An investigation has reportedly been opened regarding the incident by Saudi FA Cristiano Ronaldo appeared to make X-rated gesture in response to Messi chants Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly set …

Ronaldo walks off to chants of 'Messi! Messi!' as his team loses 3-0 in Riyadh derby
1 year, 3 months ago

Ronaldo walks off to chants of 'Messi! Messi!' as his team loses 3-0 in Riyadh derby

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Messi!” ringing in his ears …

My rivalry with Lionel Messi is over, says Cristiano Ronaldo
1 year, 6 months ago

My rivalry with Lionel Messi is over, says Cristiano Ronaldo

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo weighed in on his rivarly with archnemesis Lionel Messi and said that the duo “changed the history of football”. He has done well from what I’ve seen and so have I,” said Ronaldo during Portugal’s press conference ahead of the World Cup Euro 2024 qualifier against Slovakia. FOLLOW THE EURO 2024 QUALIFYING MATCH LIVE HERE: Slovakia vs Portugal …

'Those who like me, don't have to hate him' - Cristiano Ronaldo ends his historic rivalry with Lionel Messi
1 year, 6 months ago

'Those who like me, don't have to hate him' - Cristiano Ronaldo ends his historic rivalry with Lionel Messi

India TV News  

The legendary Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo finally decided to end his historic rivalry with Argentina captain Lionel Messi on Thursday. Ronaldo stated that the rivalry with Messi has gone and also told his fans to not hate the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner. Messi and Ronaldo's rivalry started when the latter joined La Liga club Real Madrid for a world-record transfer …

Cristiano Ronaldo storms off the pitch after Al-Nassr defeat amid Lionel Messi chants
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo storms off the pitch after Al-Nassr defeat amid Lionel Messi chants

India Today  

Cristiano Ronaldo stormed off down the tunnel kicking water bottles after being subjected to Lionel Messi chants during Al-Nassr's 0-1 defeat at Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro league on Thursday. Throughout the game, Al-Ittihad fans taunted Ronaldo by repeatedly chanting Lionel Messi's name. Ronaldo, who expects the highest standards from himself and those around him, was left enraged after Al-Nassr …

WATCH VIDEO: Fans of Al-Ittihad taunt Al-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo with Lionel Messi chants
2 years, 1 month ago

WATCH VIDEO: Fans of Al-Ittihad taunt Al-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo with Lionel Messi chants

India TV News  

Cristiano Ronaldo has finally started to feature for his new club Al-Nassr. Ronaldo has been treated as a superstar in Saudi Arabia and rightly so but in the match against Al-Ittihad, the Al-Nassr forward received a very surprising reaction. Moments after Cristiano's arrival, the crowd started to chant Lionel Messi's name and tried to take a dig at CR7. Cristiano's …

Messi vs Ronaldo game is sportswashing at ‘full throttle’, Amnesty say
2 years, 2 months ago

Messi vs Ronaldo game is sportswashing at ‘full throttle’, Amnesty say

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An exhibition match featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel …

Ronaldo arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of unveiling by Al Nassr
2 years, 2 months ago

Ronaldo arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of unveiling by Al Nassr

Al Jazeera  

Cristiano Ronaldo will be presented at the club’s Mrsool Park stadium in Riyadh at 7pm on Tuesday. Portugal’s footballing superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has arrived in Riyadh ahead of his grand unveiling before thousands of fans at Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr club. Ronaldo, who left Manchester United under a cloud after slamming the club in a TV interview, will appear at …

Ronaldo Saudi move to signal likely end of elite club career
2 years, 2 months ago

Ronaldo Saudi move to signal likely end of elite club career

Associated Press  

Less than two weeks after his great rival Lionel Messi lifted the World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo has completed a move to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr and likely signalled the end of his career in elite club soccer. While Messi finally won the one major trophy that had evaded the two men widely regarded as the greatest players of their …

‘World will take note:’ Saudi fans on Ronaldo link to local club
2 years, 3 months ago

‘World will take note:’ Saudi fans on Ronaldo link to local club

Al Jazeera  

Doha, Qatar – Cristiano Ronaldo may have spent most of Portugal’s round-of-16 game against Switzerland on the bench, but his late introduction was greeted by deafening cheers from thousands of fans at Lusail Stadium on Tuesday night. It will be phenomenal.” If it’s attention that Saudi fans are seeking, they have received plenty of it with their team’s performance at …

Ronaldo linked with Saudi club as future still uncertain
2 years, 3 months ago

Ronaldo linked with Saudi club as future still uncertain

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — The noise surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo shows no sign of quietening amid widespread speculation that Saudi club Al Nassr is trying to sign the five-time Ballon d’Or winner. Representatives for Ronaldo didn’t comment on reports regarding his future, while Silva dismissed suggestions such speculation could become a distraction to Portugal in its bid to win the World Cup. …

Watch Video: Saudi Arabia fans take inspiration from Cristiano Ronaldo to poke fun at Argentina
2 years, 4 months ago

Watch Video: Saudi Arabia fans take inspiration from Cristiano Ronaldo to poke fun at Argentina

India TV News  

Watch Video: Saudi Arabia fans take inspiration from Cristiano Ronaldo to poke fun at Argentina After Argentina's loss to Saudi Arabia in their opening game, fans of the Arab national team used Cristiano Ronaldo's celebration to mock Leo Messi and his fans In one of the greatest upsets in the history of the World Cup, Saudi Arabia have stunned Argentina …

Watch: Saudi Arabia fans tease Lionel Messi with Ronaldo's 'Siu' celebration after beating Argentina
2 years, 4 months ago

Watch: Saudi Arabia fans tease Lionel Messi with Ronaldo's 'Siu' celebration after beating Argentina

India Today  

Saudi Arabia fans used Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic 'siu' celebration to mock Lionel Messi and Argentina after beating La Abiceleste in their World Cup 2022 opener on Tuesday in Doha. Saudi Arabia stunned Argentina in the World Cup on Tuesday with a 2-1 victory over Lionel Messi's side, sparking an outpouring of Arab pride amidst the Middle East's first staging of …

Cristiano Ronaldo rolls back the years as he tells fans to 'calma' during frantic autograph session
2 years, 4 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo rolls back the years as he tells fans to 'calma' during frantic autograph session

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo told a group of enthusiastic Manchester United fans to calm down as they sought his autograph after a recent match at Old Trafford, drawing comparisons with his iconic 'Calma' celebration. In a recent video, Ronaldo can be seen gesturing for fans to 'Calma' at an autograph session Ronaldo pulled out his iconic 'Calma' celebration from Madrid's El Clasico …

Cristiano Ronaldo reminisces about battles with rival Lionel Messi
5 years, 6 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo reminisces about battles with rival Lionel Messi

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo joked he hopes he can one day sit down for dinner with rival Lionel Messi as the pair sat side by side for the Champions League draw in Monaco. Cristiano Ronaldo joked he is yet to sit down to have dinner with rival Lionel Messi Messi and Ronaldo have been the nemesis of the other as they battle …

Cristiano Ronaldo says long-time rivalry with Lionel Messi made him 'a better player'
5 years, 7 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo says long-time rivalry with Lionel Messi made him 'a better player'

Firstpost  

Cristiano Ronaldo admitted his long-time rivalry with Lionel Messi has made him ‘a better player’ and that he enjoys a “healthy” rivalry with the Argentine. Lisbon: Cristiano Ronaldo admitted on Wednesday his long-time rivalry with Lionel Messi has made him “a better player” and that he enjoys a “healthy” rivalry with the Argentine great. However, Portuguese star Ronaldo, whose influence …

Real star Cristiano Ronaldo mocked by fans chanting Messi
7 years, 3 months ago

Real star Cristiano Ronaldo mocked by fans chanting Messi

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo could not help but show his contempt as he overheard a small group of fans chanting Lionel Messi's name during Real Madrid's Club World Cup semi-final against Al Jazira. As fans chanted the Barcelona star's name, Ronaldo turned towards them and clenched his fists before turning away to resume with his matchday duties. Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after hearing …

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