Al Nassr failed in their quest to claim the first title in theCristiano Ronaldoera by losing 3-1 to Al Ittihad in the semifinals of theSaudi Super Cup. It was the first major disappointment for thousands of fans who were expecting to see Cristiano in the game for the championship.
SinceCristiano Ronaldowas announced as the new star inSaudi Arabia,Al-Nassr wereundefeated in all official competitions. Furthermore, in theSaudi Pro League, they are currently in first place. Under the new format of theSaudi Super Cup, extended to four teams,Al-Nassrgot in becauseAl-Hilalwon the Pro League and were runners-up in theKing Cup. So, as third place in last year’s league,Al-Nassrwere invited.
Meanwhile,Al Ittihadare one of the greatest threatsforAl-Nassr. They are currently on third place in theSaudiPro Leaguejust two points behind Cristiano Ronaldo’s squad. So, in the middle of the big rivalry, Lionel Messi’s name appeared. Check out the incredible moment.
Saudi Super Cup: Fans of Al Ittihad chant to Lionel Messi in front of Cristiano Ronaldo
Prior to the start of the semifinal between Al Ittihad and Al-Nassr in the Saudi Super Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo received a major surprise. A group of fans from Al Ittihad at theKing Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh decided to welcome him chanting the name of Lionel Messi.
Furthermore, Al-Nassr are now officially eliminatedof the Saudi Super Cup after losing 3-1 in the semifinals with Al Ittihad. Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t score for his team at Riyadh.