Cristiano Ronaldo Substituted at Half-Time During Al-Nassr Victory
· Sports · Times of India, ESPN
Cristiano Ronaldo was substituted at half-time during Al-Nassr's 3-2 comeback win against Al-Ettifaq on Tuesday. While manager Ange Postecoglou stated the substitution was a pre-planned fitness decision, Saudi media personality Khalid Al-Shanif reported that the 41-year-old requested to be replaced. Ronaldo, who recently returned to the squad following the 2026 World Cup, was seen removing his captain's armband and appeared visibly emotional after the match. The team played with 10 men for most of the game after goalkeeper Bento received a red card in the 12th minute.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing questions regarding Ronaldo's fitness and his role within the Al-Nassr squad as the team navigates a challenging season.
Read the original report — Times of India
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