Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr side crashed to a humiliating 0-3 defeat against arch-rivals Al Hilal, with the Portuguese star failing to score and facing taunting Messi chants from the opposing fans.

Ronaldo's Al Nassr Fall to Humiliating Defeat Amidst Messi Chants

Cristiano Ronaldo's tenure in Saudi Arabia continues to face challenges as his Al Nassr side suffered a humiliating 0-3 defeat against arch-rivals Al Hilal at the King Fahd Stadium in Riyadh. The Portuguese star, who joined Al Nassr in January 2023, failed to register his name on the scoresheet, adding to his recent struggles.

Al Hilal took the lead in the 64th minute through Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, and star striker Aleksandar Mitrovic sealed the victory with a brace in the closing minutes (89', 90+2'). Despite the absence of Brazil's Neymar, Al Hilal extended their lead in the Saudi Pro League table.

The match was marred by taunting chants of "Messi, Messi" from Al Hilal fans directed at Ronaldo, highlighting the intense rivalry between the two clubs. However, Ronaldo maintained his composure, laughing off the chants and sending kisses to the fans as he walked off the pitch.

Ronaldo's arrival in Saudi Arabia was met with much fanfare, but his impact on the league has been mixed. Despite scoring goals and winning the Arab Club Champions Cup, he has struggled to consistently produce his best form, and Al Nassr has fallen behind Al Hilal in the league standings.

Despite the recent setbacks, Ronaldo's presence in the Saudi Pro League has undoubtedly attracted attention and raised the profile of the league. His move has also paved the way for other football superstars like Sadio Mane, Karim Benzema, Riyad Mahrez, and Roberto Firmino to join the league.

While Ronaldo's chances of winning the league title this season appear slim, his impact on Saudi Arabian football goes beyond wins and losses. His star power has undoubtedly boosted the league's popularity and global recognition.