Al-Nassr forward and football legend, Cristiano Ronaldo, has found himself at the center of controversy yet again. Following their thrilling 3-2 victory over Al Shabab, Ronaldo has been handed a one-match suspension by the Disciplinary and Ethics Committee of the Saudi Football Federation (SAFF).
The incident occurred in the aftermath of the match when Cristiano Ronaldo, amidst chants of Lionel Messi’s name from the opposing fans, appeared to make an obscene gesture. He was seen cupping his ear and repeatedly pumping his hand forward in front of his pelvic area, directed towards the Al Shabab supporters.
The SAFF committee wasted no time in addressing the issue, swiftly imposing a one-match ban on the Portuguese captain. Additionally, Ronaldo has been fined 10,000 Saudi riyals ($2,666), which will be distributed as 20,000 riyals to Al Shabab to cover complaint filing fees and 10,000 riyals to the Saudi Football Federation.
The decision, according to the committee, is final and not subject to appeal, signaling a firm stance on maintaining discipline and sportsmanship within the league.
