Cristiano Ronaldo may have left Europe, but he hasnāt lost his competitive nature. While the Portuguese superstar definitely enjoys a lucrative salary in Saudi Arabia, he also wants to succeed with Al-Nassr.
But it hasnāt been easy so far, with his club falling short on the title race last season as Al-Ittihad (who signed Karim Benzema and NāGolo Kante this summer) emerged victorious in the Saudi Pro League.
The 2023-24 campaign also got off to a slow start for the Riyadh-based outfit, who shared the points with Al-Shabab in its 2023 Arab Club Champions Cup debut. Ronaldo was quite furious and he took it with a cameraman.
Watch: Ronaldo throws water at cameraman after goalless draw
Ronaldo looked frustrated after the final whistle as he walked out of the field. Before heading into the dressing room, he stayed on the touchline, where he threw water onto a camera and told the cameraman to leave (0:40ā).
The season is just getting started, but this draw already forces Al-Nassr to pick up better results in their next two group stage games. Of course, Ronaldo will probably do everything he can to leave the field in a better mood next time.
Martin O'Donnell is a bilingual sports writer fluent in English and Spanish, currently serving as the Editor of Bolavip. He began his journey with the website in February 2021, making a name for himself through comprehensive coverage of soccer, NFL, and NBA, with a specialty in real-time reporting of major events such as the World Cup, UEFA Champions League finals, and the Super Bowl. In June 2024, Martin took on the role of Subeditor, where he excelled in overseeing the publication of stories, assisting staff writers, and ensuring content quality. His prior experience includes managing social media for CONMEBOL Libertadores and Sudamericana in English and Spanish, as well as reporting on Brazilian football for Sambafoot. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and ability to capture breaking news, Martin has consistently been a valuable asset to the Bolavip team, especially during crucial sports seasons involving trades, playoffs, and finals. Now, as the Editor, Martin brings his extensive experience and keen editorial sense to lead Bolavipās team, driving the website's growth and ensuring it remains a top source for sports news and analysis.
