'Failed to manage expression,' Ronaldo concedes own goal 10 seconds before the end, openly 'rotting'... "Saudi Arabia's first title chance gone"

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Cristiano Ronaldo (41, Al Nassr) made a displeased face when a teammate's own goal in the final 10 seconds of the match caused the title to slip away.

The UK's 'The Sun' reported on the 13th (Korea time) that "Ronaldo's chance of securing the league title was tragically lost due to a terrible mistake by the Al Nassr goalkeeper. Ronaldo, who was on the bench, fell into deep shock and frustration."

Al Nassr drew 1-1 against Al Hilal in their 33rd round home match of the 2025-2026 Saudi Pro League, held at Al Awal Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Had Al Nassr won this match, they would have secured an early title, but they missed a victory that was almost in their grasp due to a painful own goal just before the final whistle. Ronaldo also postponed his first league title since arriving in Saudi Arabia.

A major incident occurred just 10 seconds before the end of the match, after eight minutes of stoppage time in the second half. Al Nassr goalkeeper Bento committed a fatal error.

Bento, who was included in the preliminary squad for the Brazil World Cup announced by coach Carlo Ancelotti, jumped into the air to catch a cross following a throw-in by the opponent. However, he collided with his teammate Inigo Martinez, and the ball struck Bento directly and went into the Al Nassr goal.

The media reported that "Ronaldo, watching the situation from the bench, was stunned. Ronaldo, who was substituted out in the 38th minute of the second half, shook his head and sat down on the bench immediately after the goal. He was receiving support from his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez and her family, but he soon stood up, waved his arms, shrugged his shoulders, and exited toward the tunnel."

Ronaldo, who joined the Saudi stage in 2022, has yet to win a league title. With only one match remaining in the league, Al Nassr is five points ahead of Al Hilal, who has played one fewer game. Mathematically, Al Nassr could still be overtaken by Al Hilal.

Unlike his displeased expression captured on the broadcast screen, Ronaldo showed determination through his social media (SNS). He stated, "The dream is close. We still have one step left. Let's keep our heads up. Thank you to everyone who sent us tremendous support."

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