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Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo joins President Trump’s White House dinner for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, sharing the stage with business leaders and discussing Saudi soccer and World Cup plans.

Soccer superstar Ronaldo joins Saudi crown prince during White House visit

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo joins President Trump&rsquo;s White House dinner for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, sharing the stage with business leaders and discussing Saudi soccer and World Cup plans.

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was at the White House on Tuesday as President Donald Trump hosted a glitzy dinner to honour Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
The soccer star was seated near the front of the East Room, not far from where the president and crown prince gave remarks to officials from both nations, along with major business leaders such as Apple CEO Tim Cook and Tesla founder Elon Musk.
Trump, in his speech, made a point of recognising Ronaldo, whom he said he introduced to his teenage son.
Ronaldo has been the face of the Saudi soccer league since joining Saudi club Al-Nassr at the end of 2022 on a reported USD 200 million-a-year contract.
The 40-year-old Portuguese star signed a two-year extension in June with Al-Nassr, which is majority owned by the Saudi sovereign wealth fund that the crown prince chairs.
Trump thanked the athlete for attending. He said that his youngest son, Barron, is a &ldquo;big fan&rdquo; of Ronaldo and the 19-year-old was impressed that he got to meet the soccer player.
&ldquo;Barron got to meet him. And I think he respects his father a little bit more, now, just the fact that I introduced you,&rdquo; Trump said.
Prince Mohammed was visiting the White House for the first time since a period of diplomatic isolation began in 2018 after the killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi agents in a consulate office in Istanbul. US intelligence agencies determined that Prince Mohammed likely directed the operation. He has denied involvement in the killing.
It was a rare US visit for Ronaldo, who hasn't played in the country since 2014.
In 2017, German news magazine Der Spiegel reported that Ronaldo had years earlier paid USD 375,000 in hush money to a woman who accused him of raping her at a Las Vegas hotel in 2009. Ronaldo's lawyers maintained the sex was consensual and no criminal charges ever were filed.
World Cup connection
Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup after FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino, shaped a fast-track bidding process two years ago that helped ensure there was no rival bid.
Ronaldo promoted that bid, saying last December when the Saudi win was confirmed &ldquo;after what I see, I'm more convinced that 2034 will be the best World Cup ever.&rdquo;
Ronaldo is set to play at a record sixth edition of the World Cup next year after Portugal qualified Sunday for the tournament co-hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico. However, he likely will be banned by FIFA for Portugal's first game next June after getting his first red card last week in 23 seasons playing for the national team.
Portugal will learn its World Cup opponents on December 5 at the tournament draw, which Trump is set to attend at the Kennedy Center in Washington.
Trump has closely aligned himself with the 2026 World Cup. In the Oval Office he has a copy of the golden trophy loaned to him by FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

Cristiano Ronaldo could miss Portugal’s opening match at the 2026 World Cup after receiving a red card for elbowing Ireland defender Dara O’Shea during a crucial qualifier in Dublin.

Cristiano Ronaldo Faces Possible World Cup Opening Match Ban

Cristiano Ronaldo's 2026 World Cup Opener at Risk

Cristiano Ronaldo could miss Portugal&rsquo;s opening match at the 2026 World Cup after receiving a red card for elbowing Ireland defender Dara O&rsquo;Shea during a crucial qualifier in Dublin.

Cristiano Ronaldo is at serious risk of being banned for the first game of the 2026 World Cup if Portugal qualifies as expected.
The soccer superstar was sent off for elbowing Ireland defender Dara O'Shea in the second half of a qualifying game Thursday that Portugal lost 2-0 in Dublin.
Ronaldo will serve a mandatory one-game ban imposed for any red card when Portugal hosts Armenia on Sunday knowing a win will secure a place at the World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
FIFA disciplinary rules require its judges to impose a ban of &ldquo;at least two matches for serious foul play.&rdquo; The ban should be &ldquo;at least three matches for violent conduct&rdquo; or &ldquo;at least three matches or an appropriate period of time for assault, including elbowing.&rdquo; A FIFA ban would apply to competitive games and could not be served in pre-tournament exhibitions.
Ronaldo spun round and swung his right elbow into O'Shea's back as they waited for the ball to be crossed around the hour mark at Aviva Stadium with Ireland holding a surprise 2-0 lead.
The referee issued a yellow card but minutes later upgraded it to red after a video review at the pitchside monitor.
Ronaldo curled his lips in a wry look as he walked off the field being jeered and mocked by Ireland fans. He stopped and looked at the fans, clapped his hands toward them and raised two thumbs up in an apparent sarcastic gesture.
Ronaldo, who turns 41 in February, is aiming to play at a record sixth World Cup tournament. The tournament draw is made Dec. 5 in Washington DC when Portugal, if it qualifies, will learn its schedule of three opponents in the group stage.
Ireland forward Troy Parrott had scored twice in the first half Thursday to revive Irish hopes of qualification likely through the playoffs ahead of facing second-place Hungary on Sunday.
Portugal tops Group F with 10 points, two ahead of Hungary. Ireland is third with seven points.

Cristiano Ronaldo, 40, says the 2026 World Cup will mark the end of his illustrious career. The Portuguese superstar plans to retire from football in the next one to two years while continuing at Al Nassr.

Cristiano Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be his last

Cristiano Ronaldo, 40, says the 2026 World Cup will mark the end of his illustrious career. The Portuguese superstar plans to retire from football in the next one to two years while continuing at Al Nassr.

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo on Tuesday said next year's World Cup would be his last as he winds down one of the all-time great careers.
The 40-year-old forward, with more than 950 club and international goals, also said he would retire from football in "one or two years".
"Definitely, yes," he told a Saudi forum by video link, when asked if 2026 would be his final World Cup. "I'm gonna be 41 years old and I think it will be the moment."
Ronaldo, who began a lucrative stint at Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr in 2023, also elaborated on comments last week when he said he would retire "soon".
"Let's be honest, when I mean soon, it's probably one or two years I'll still be at the game," he said.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner is hoping to play at a sixth World Cup next year. He came closest to lifting the trophy on debut in 2006, when Portugal lost to France in the semi-finals.
Portugal have yet to qualify for the 2026 tournament in the USA, Canada and Mexico, but can secure their spot if they beat Ireland on Thursday.
Last month, Ronaldo became the top goalscorer in World Cup qualifying history when he netted twice against Hungary to reach 41 goals, overtaking retired Guatemalan international Carlos Ruiz's 39.
The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus forward is also the all-time leading international goalscorer with 143 strikes.
During an interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored last week, Ronaldo opened up further about the realities of his looming retirement.
"It will be difficult? Yes. Probably will cry, yes. I'm an open person. It will be very, very difficult, yes," he said.
Ronaldo joined Al Nassr after leaving Manchester United for a second time in late 2022, a move that heralded a influx of late-career stars to the oil-rich kingdom.
Ronaldo initially signed for 200 million euros a year, according to a source close to Al Nassr at the time, and inked a two-year contract extension in June.
Last month, he was named by Bloomberg as the sport's first billionaire, and topped the Forbes list of highest-paid footballers for the sixth time in a decade.
With on-and off-field earnings of an estimated $280 million, Ronaldo will earn more than double that of second-placed rival Lionel Messi during the upcoming season, according to Forbes.
Saudi Arabia, which is spending big on sports and entertainment as part of its economic diversification plan, was named as host of the 2034 World Cup last December.

Mbappé, Ronaldo and Kane led France, Portugal and England to key wins in World Cup qualifying; Haaland netted five in Norway’s 11-1 rout.

European Giants Edge Closer to 2026 World Cup Qualification

European Teams Edge Closer to World Cup 2026

Mbapp&eacute;, Ronaldo and Kane led France, Portugal and England to key wins in World Cup qualifying; Haaland netted five in Norway&rsquo;s 11-1 rout.

Kylian Mbapp&eacute; got France out of trouble, Cristiano Ronaldo helped Portugal do the same with a record-equaling goal, and England finally got its Thomas Tuchel era into gear.
Three of Europe's soccer powerhouses took big steps closer to the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, all while Erling Haaland scored five goals in an 11-1 win with fresh stitches in his face.
England's statement win&nbsp;
Noni Madueke, Ezri Konsa and Marc Guehi all scored their first goals for England, which beat Serbia 5-0 for a win which could be a turning point in Tuchel's tenure.
Despite Tuchel's recent talk of being prepared to win ugly with long passing, this win was more about managing the game and shutting down Serbia, which had made England fight hard for a 1-0 win at Euro 2024. Harry Kane was crucial, finding space to score the opening goal with a header from Declan Rice's corner.
The captain cemented England's advantage late on with smart movement to get in behind the defense on a move that ended with a red card for Nikola Milenkovic, who denied a clear scoring chance by Kane. Guehi scored England's fourth from the resulting free kick.
&ldquo;The energy has been higher and the level has been higher,&rdquo; Kane told BBC radio. &ldquo;Serbia are a good team, and we made them look average tonight.&rdquo; England is seven points clear at the top of Group K from Albania, which beat Latvia 1-0. A win and two draws in its last three group games would be enough for Tuchel's team to qualify for the World Cup.
Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford didn't have to make a save as Serbia didn't manage a shot on target. England had 12.
&ldquo;We were very strong,&rdquo; Tuchel said. &ldquo;I think it was teamwork in its purest form. We helped each other out, we had the right intensity in the right moments."
France clings on&nbsp;
France held on with 10 men to beat Iceland 2-1 after coming from behind thanks to a goal and assist from Mbapp&eacute;.
Iceland took a surprise lead when Michael Olise gave away the ball in his own penalty area and Andri Gudjohnsen pounced on it to score. Mbapp&eacute; finally got France into the game when he converted a penalty just before halftime after being shoved by Mikael Anderson.
Mbapp&eacute; led a break for the second goal and set up Bradley Barcola to score in the 62nd but France's task got harder when Aur&eacute;lien Tchouam&eacute;ni was sent off soon after for a reckless lunging tackle.
France leads Group D after winning its first two games, with Iceland second. Oleksandr Zinchenko conceded a penalty for handball as third-place Ukraine's chances of qualifying plunged in a 1-1 draw with Azerbaijan, which had fired ex-Portugal coach Fernando Santos following its 5-0 loss to Iceland last week.
Cancelo gets Portugal over the line&nbsp;
Joao Cancelo scored the winning goal in the 86th to give Portugal a 3-2 victory over Hungary, its second win to start the qualifying campaign, after two goals from Barnabas Varga had given Hungary hope of an upset.
Ronaldo scored an earlier penalty to give Portugal a 2-1 lead. It was his 39th goal in World Cup qualifying, tying the record set by Guatemala's Carlos Ruiz, and raised his overall international goals total to 141.
Also in Group F, Ireland's hopes of a first World Cup appearance since 2002 took a heavy blow with a 2-1 loss to Armenia.
Stitched-up Haaland scores in 11-1 win&nbsp;
Playing with stitches in his face following an accident with a bus door, Erling Haaland scored five goals, including a first-half hat trick, as Norway demolished Moldova 11-1 to extend its lead over Italy at the top of Group I to six points. Norway has played one more game.
Austria on track&nbsp;
Konrad Laimer and Marcel Sabitzer scored to lift Austria to a 2-1 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina which brings it closer to a first World Cup qualification since 1998. Austria is level with Bosnia-Herzegovina on 12 points in Group H but has an extra game to play. Cyprus and Romania drew 2-2.

Have you ever wondered who's the most followed person across all social media platforms? We have the answer to it. It's none other than the biggest name in the world of sports: Cristiano Ronaldo.

GOAT Cristiano Ronaldo scripts social media history, becomes most followed person

Have you ever wondered who's the most followed person across all social media platforms? We have the answer to it. It's none other than the biggest name in the world of sports: Cristiano Ronaldo.

Cristiano Ronaldo is used to scripting history, and he has done it again. The star footballer set a new off-field record. Ronaldo has become the most followed person across all social media platforms. &nbsp;
The Al Nassr striker has reached the milestone of one billion followers across social media platforms. Ronaldo has over 600 million followers on Instagram, more than 100 million on X, 170 million on Facebook and around 60 million subscribers on YouTube.&nbsp;
Ronaldo shared his excitement on the latest achievement on X and said that 1 billion followers is more than just a number. He called it a testament to the shared passion, drive, and love for the game and beyond. &nbsp;
The massive fan following indicates Ronaldo&rsquo;s global influence and love for the footballer. Talking about records, Ronaldo recently completed a record 900 career goals during a UEFA Nations League match. &nbsp;
Also Watch: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/cristiano-ronaldo-s-controversial-pick-between-benzema-and-mbappe-shocks-real-madrid-fans-1726055056592">Cristiano Ronaldo's Controversial Pick Between Benzema and Mbappe Shocks Real Madrid fans</a> &nbsp;

Cristiano Ronaldo has shocked Real Madrid fans with a controversial pick between Los Blancos' current and former number 9s - Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema. Is he celebrating the next generation or disrespecting his longtime teammate?

Cristiano Ronaldo's Controversial Pick Between Benzema and Mbappe Shocks Real Madrid fans

Cristiano Ronaldo has shocked Real Madrid fans with a controversial pick between Los Blancos' current and former number 9s - Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema. Is he celebrating the next generation or disrespecting his longtime teammate?

Cristiano Ronaldo, never one to shy away from the spotlight, has once again stirred the football world - this time, off the pitch. His record-breaking YouTube channel has been buzzing, and in his latest video, he dropped a bombshell that left Real Madrid fans stunned.
When asked to choose between Kylian Mbappe and his former teammate Karim Benzema, Cristiano didn&rsquo;t blink before picking Mbappe - sparking a wave of outrage online. Was it to connect with the next generation or is there something deeper?
Ronaldo and Benzema shared nine incredible years at the Bernabeu, forming one of the most lethal duos in football history. With 76 combined goals and 15 major trophies - including two La Liga and four Champions League titles - their partnership defined an era. Benzema, with 47 assists to Ronaldo - &nbsp;the most he has received from any player, was crucial to the Portuguese star's success. &nbsp;Ronaldo is Real Madrid&rsquo;s all-time top scorer with 450 goals, while Benzema ranks second with 354. Their combined legacy is etched into the history of the club.
And when Ronaldo picked Mbappe, some fans felt betrayed. They took to social media, calling out the Portuguese legend for disregarding his longtime teammate, questioning his loyalty and even his 'ball knowledge.'
The 25-year-old Mbappe, now donning the Real Madrid jersey, has always idolized Ronaldo. After paying tribute to the legend during his unveiling, he&rsquo;s already making his mark at Madrid, scoring three goals in five appearances and securing the 2024 UEFA Super Cup. But can he truly eclipse the legacy left by Benzema and Ronaldo?
So, is Ronaldo simply recognizing the rise of a new era, or did he cross a line by choosing Mbappe over Benzema? Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and don&rsquo;t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that bell for more football debates. Stay tuned!
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An action-packed season ended for Ronaldo on Monday, who scored four hat tricks and collected one red card.

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks Saudi Pro League’s record for most goals in 1 season

An action-packed season ended for Ronaldo on Monday, who scored four hat tricks and collected one red card.

Cristiano Ronaldo finished the Saudi Pro League by setting the season goal-scoring record on Monday.
Ronaldo scored twice in Riyadh as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Ittihad 4-2 and lifted his league tally to 35, one more than the record in 2019 by Abderrazak Hamdallah.
In the final seconds of the first half, Ronaldo, who had already had two goals ruled out for offside, chested down a long pass from Mohammed Al-Fatil and opened the scoring with a low shot from the left side of the area.
With 21 minutes remaining, the five-time Ballon d&rsquo;Or winner celebrated wildly after heading home a corner from Marcelo Brozovic. He was substituted off the field five minutes later to a standing ovation from the home fans.
It ended an action-packed season for Ronaldo, who scored four hat tricks and collected one red card. He was also suspended for an obscene gesture in February at Al-Shabab fans who had been chanting the name of Lionel Messi, Ronaldo&rsquo;s longstanding soccer rival.
Al-Nassr finished second in the league, 14 points behind local rival Al-Hilal, which won the championship more than two weeks ago and completed the 34-round league unbeaten on Monday.
Ronaldo took the headlines, however, and the 39-year-old still has one more chance to end the season with a trophy when Al-Nassr meet Al-Hilal in the King&rsquo;s Cup final on Friday.

Ronaldo's first Euros appearance came back in 2004 when the then 19-year-old scored twice as hosts Portugal went all the way to the final

Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad, set for record 6th Euro campaignCristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad, set for record 6th Euro campaign

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to compete at a record 6th European Championship after being named Portugal's squad for Euro 2024. Check full squad here

Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad, set for record 6th Euro campaign

<h2>Ronaldo's first Euros appearance came back in 2004 when the then 19-year-old scored twice as hosts Portugal went all the way to the final</h2>

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to compete at a record sixth European Championship after being named in Robert Martinez's 26-man Portugal squad on Tuesday for Euro 2024 in Germany.
Captain Ronaldo's first Euros appearance came back in 2004 when the then 19-year-old scored twice as hosts Portugal went all the way to the final, only to lose 1-0 to Greece.
Manchester City duo Bernardo Silva and Ruben Dias were also included in Martinez's squad, alongside Bruno Fernandes of local rivals Manchester United.
Portugal's first match in Group F at Euro 2024 will be against the Czech Republic in Leipzig on 18th June before they face Turkey and then Georgia.
Portugal squad for Euro 2024
Goalkeepers: Diogo Costa (Porto), Jose Sa (Wolves), Rui Patricio (AS Roma)
Defenders: Antonio Silva (Benfica), Danilo Pereira (Paris St Germain), Diogo Dalot (Manchester United), Goncalo Inacio (Sporting), Joao Cancelo (Barcelona), Nelson Semedo (Wolves), Nuno Mendes (PSG), Pepe (Porto), Ruben Dias (Manchester City)
Midfielders: Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United), Joao Neves (Benfica), Joao Palhinha (Fulham), Otavio Monteiro (Al Nassr), Ruben Neves (Al-Hilal), Vitinha (PSG)
Forwards: Bernardo Silva (Manchester City), Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr), Diogo Jota (Liverpool), Francisco Conceicao (Porto), Goncalo Ramos (PSG), Joao Felix (Barcelona), Pedro Neto (Wolves), Rafael Leao (AC Milan)

The contention arose from a decision taken by Juventus players during the height of the coronavirus pandemic to defer a portion of their salaries to help the club manage financial instability.

Juventus must pay Cristiano Ronaldo $10 Million: Resolution of salary dispute amid financial turmoil

An arbitration board has ruled that Juventus must compensate former star player Cristiano Ronaldo with more than $10 million.

<h2>The contention arose from a decision taken by Juventus players during the height of the coronavirus pandemic to defer a portion of their salaries to help the club manage financial instability.</h2>

In a significant development for both Juventus and Cristiano Ronaldo, an arbitration board has ruled that the Italian football club must compensate its former star player, Cristiano Ronaldo, with more than $10 million following a salary dispute. This decision has emerged amidst ongoing financial scrutiny surrounding the club.
The contention arose from a decision taken by Juventus players during the height of the coronavirus pandemic to defer a portion of their salaries to help the club manage financial instability. The amount, totaling 9.8 million euros ($10.5 million), which the arbitration board has directed Juventus to pay, represents half of what Ronaldo had originally claimed in back wages from his former club.
Juventus, in a late Wednesday statement, disclosed that it is currently assessing the arbitration board's decision. The club noted, &ldquo;with the support of its legal counsel&rdquo; it is &ldquo;reviewing the decision made by the arbitration board, reserving all assessments and initiatives to preserve its rights.&rdquo; This statement indicates that Juventus might be considering further legal steps to address or contest the ruling.
Ronaldo's tenure at Juventus, spanning from 2018 to 2021, was marked by notable successes, including winning two Serie A titles. His influence on the field was significant, contributing to the team's domestic dominance during those years. However, his departure from the club came before a tumultuous period that saw significant upheaval within the club&rsquo;s management.
In 2023, a dramatic shift occurred at the top levels of Juventus' administration when former president Andrea Agnelli, along with the entire board, resigned. This move came amidst investigations into allegations of false accounting practices at the club. These issues culminated in severe penalties, including a 10-point deduction for Juventus in Serie A, further complicating their competitive standing. Additionally, UEFA imposed a ban on the club from participating in European competitions for the current season, reflecting the serious nature of the infractions.
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(With AP inputs)

The five-time Ballon D'Or winner, who signed for Al-Nassr in December 2022, was dismissed in the 86th minute for striking Al-Hilal defender Ali Al-Bulaihi.

Watch! Cristiano Ronaldo elbows opponent in Saudi Super Cup semifinals; faces 2-game suspension

Cristiano Ronaldo is facing a two-game suspension after receiving his first red card in Saudi Arabia for elbowing an opponent as Al-Nassr lost 2-1 to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup semifinals.

The five-time Ballon D'Or winner, who signed for Al-Nassr in December 2022, was dismissed in the 86th minute for striking Al-Hilal defender Ali Al-Bulaihi.

Cristiano Ronaldo is facing a two-game suspension after receiving his first red card in Saudi Arabia for elbowing an opponent as Al-Nassr lost 2-1 to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup semifinals.
The five-time Ballon D'Or winner, who signed for Al-Nassr in December 2022, was dismissed in the 86th minute for striking Al-Hilal defender Ali Al-Bulaihi. According to media reports in Saudi Arabia, the 39-year-old football great may receive further punishment after seeming to mock the referee as he left the field in Abu Dhabi on Monday.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Ronaldo thinks he&rsquo;s John Cena <a href="https://t.co/zkYKvnK2RC">pic.twitter.com/zkYKvnK2RC</a>
&mdash; Dirty Footballer 👊 (@DirtyFootbaIIer) <a href="https://twitter.com/DirtyFootbaIIer/status/1777662744164241890?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 9, 2024</a></blockquote>
&ldquo;I'm not going to take credit away from Ronaldo,&rdquo; Al-Hilal coach Jorge Jesus said about his Portuguese compatriot.
&ldquo;He's still very strong, he always has been and will continue to be the most important player in the world, he's an example and a model.
&ldquo;But he's not used to losing in his career, so it is natural for him to lose his head when he loses, as well as for him to lose emotional and mental focus in defeats.&rdquo; At the time of Ronaldo's dismissal, Al-Nassr was losing 2-0 after Salem Al-Dawsari and Brazilian winger Malcom struck to put Al-Hilal in control.
Senegalese international Sadio Mane pulled a goal back deep into added time but Hilal hung on to move into the final against Al-Ittihad in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.
In 2023, the tournament was expanded from a one-off game between the league champion and King's Cup winner to include the runners-up from both competitions.
While it is Ronaldo's first red card, he received a one-game suspension in February for making an alleged offensive gesture during a Saudi Pro League game against Al-Shabab.
The former Real Madrid and Manchester United star is currently top of the scoring charts in the league with 29 goals so far, seven ahead of Al-Hilal's Aleksandar Mitrovic.
Al-Nassr is in second place in the SPL, 12 points behind Al-Hilal with seven games remaining.&nbsp;

Throughout the match, the 39-year-old appeared uncharacteristically in poor form, missing two crucial strikes and failing to convert any opportunities. 

Cristiano Ronaldo stunned as Al Nassr suffer 3-1 defeat by Al Raed | Saudi Pro League

Throughout the match, the 39-year-old appeared uncharacteristically in poor form, missing two crucial strikes and failing to convert any opportunities.&nbsp;

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr were stunned at home as lowly Al Raed secured a comfortable 3-1 win in the ROSHN Saudi League on Thursday. Throughout the match, the 39-year-old appeared uncharacteristically in poor form, missing two crucial strikes and failing to convert any opportunities.&nbsp;
That defeat leaves Al Nassr in second place and nine points adrift of league leaders Al Hilal having played a game more than their title rivals.

Videos showed Ronaldo cupping his ear and repeatedly pumping his hand forward in front of his pelvis. The action appeared to be aimed at rival Al Shabab supporters.

Cristiano Ronaldo handed 1-match suspension for obscene gesture in Saudi league game

Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for 1 match for allegedly making an offensive gesture during a Saudi Pro League game while playing for Al Nassr.

Videos showed Ronaldo cupping his ear and repeatedly pumping his hand forward in front of his pelvis. The action appeared to be aimed at rival Al Shabab supporters.

Cristiano Ronaldo found himself in the middle of another controversy as he allegedly made an offensive gesture during a Saudi Pro League game while playing for Al Nassr.
As a result, he was handed a one-match suspension. Apart from that, the committee determined that the Portuguese star would have to pay a fine of 10,000 Saudi riyals ($2,666) to the Saudi Football Federation and 20,000 riyals to Al-Shabab to cover the costs of the complaint filing fees. The decision is not subject to appeal
Following the final whistle on Sunday, social media videos showed Ronaldo cupping his ear and repeatedly pumping his hand forward in front of his pelvis. The action appeared to be aimed at rival Al Shabab supporters.
39-year-old Ronaldo has previously received similar criticism. In April of last year, during a league match against Al Hilal that Al Nassr lost 2-0, he was seen appearing to grab his genitals while walking towards the dugout after the game. Earlier this month, in the Riyadh Season Cup final, which Al Nassr also lost 2-0 to Al Hilal, Ronaldo grabbed an Al Hilal scarf thrown at him from the stands, briefly placed it in his shorts, and then discarded it as he made his way to the tunnel.

Al Nassr made it 10 games without defeat and nine victories in a row as they battled to a 3-2 Saudi Pro League win over Riyad rivals Al Shabab.

Watch Highlights: Cristiano Ronaldo on target as Al Nassr keep title race alive with 3-2 win

Al Nassr made it 10 games without defeat and nine victories in a row as they battled to a 3-2 Saudi Pro League win over Riyad rivals Al Shabab.

Al Nassr defeated Riyad rivals Al Shabab 3-2 in the Saudi Pro League to extend their winning streak to ten games and nine straight.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who had scored in each of his team's previous three victories in 2024, broke the tie in the first half after the visitors were awarded a penalty after a VAR check for handball after Sadio Mane's strike.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">
This angle of Cristiano Ronaldo's penalty and celebration 🤌 <a href="https://t.co/77gmsdSUSM">pic.twitter.com/77gmsdSUSM</a>
&mdash; Я&Sigma;y&Lambda;П (@ReyanRMCF) <a href="https://twitter.com/ReyanRMCF/status/1761964550428230017?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 26, 2024</a></blockquote>
Yannick Ferreira Carrasco's penalty for Al Shabab pulled them level right before halftime, but Anderson Talisca gave them the lead back shortly after.
Carlos converted from close range to make it 2-2 but Talisca prodded in the winner. Al Nassr remains in the title hunt, four points behind unbeaten leaders Al Hilal, who have a game in hand.

In what is perhaps one of the most bizarre crossovers in recent memory, the Undertaker recreated his famous ring walk before kick-off ahead of the match between Al-Nassr vs Al-Hilal.

WATCH: Ronaldo left starstruck as The Undertaker makes special appearance during Riyadh Season Cup final

In what is perhaps one of the most bizarre crossovers in recent memory, the Undertaker recreated his famous ring walk before kick-off ahead of the match between Al-Nassr vs Al-Hilal.

In what is perhaps one of the most bizarre crossovers in recent memory, the seven-time world champion recreated his famous ring walk before kick-off. He was even seen in the infamous 'deadman' attire for the first time since he officially announced his retirement in 2020.
Cristiano Ronaldo was among many who were left awestruck by WWE superstar The Undertaker making an appearance during the Riyadh Season Cup final on Thursday.
The legendary wrestler walked out to his iconic music, lifting the trophy as Ronaldo watched on laughing ahead of kick-off.&nbsp;
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The Undertaker before the game between Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal. He came to unveil the trophy.<a href="https://t.co/lpjS3tkpzT">pic.twitter.com/lpjS3tkpzT</a>
&mdash; Nikhil (@Risenik) <a href="https://twitter.com/Risenik/status/1755805945274446285?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2024</a></blockquote>
Not only the fans but Ronaldo was exhilarated at the presence of the WWE wrestler and could not hide his happiness as his reactions were captured by multiple cameras.
After the pre-match spectacle came to an end, the top two in the Saudi Pro League got down to business as league leaders Al-Hilal took on Ronaldo's Al-Nassr.
Ronaldo played the full 90 minutes in Thursday's final of the exhibition Riyadh Season Cup but couldn't prevent Al Halal winning 2-0 with goals from Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Salem Al-Dawsari.
AL Nassr are second in the Saudi Pro League, seven points adrift of leaders Al Hilal after 19 games.
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Al Nassr head coach Luis Castro confirmed on Wednesday that the Saudi Pro League side's star forward Ronaldo will not be available for their club friendly clash with Major League Soccer outfit Inter Miami.

Ronaldo vs Messi reunion off! Cristiano Ronaldo ruled out of Al Nassr vs Inter Miami clash

The much anticipated Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi reunion is not happening. Here is what Al Nassr head coach said ahead of his side's clash with Inter Miami.

Al Nassr head coach Luis Castro confirmed on Wednesday that the Saudi Pro League side's star forward Ronaldo will not be available for their club friendly clash with Major League Soccer outfit Inter Miami.

The much anticipated Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi reunion is not happening.
Al Nassr head coach Luis Castro confirmed on Wednesday that the Saudi Pro League side's star forward Ronaldo will not be available for their club friendly clash with Major League Soccer outfit Inter Miami.
&ldquo;Cristiano is in the final stage of his recuperation before re-joining the team. We expect that in the next few days he will start working with the team. So, obviously, it will mean he is absent for the game (against Inter Miami),&rdquo; Castro said at a news conference.
Thus denying the watching world another contest between the Portugal international and his long-term rival, Argentina's iconic Lionel Messi.
Ronaldo is recovering from a reported calf injury and will not be fit in time to play in the exhibition match between Al-Nassr and Inter Miami in Riya on Thursday.

'I simply no longer believe in these awards and it’s not because I won at the globe soccer but these are facts, the numbers are there and the numbers don’t deceive,' said Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo hits out at Ballon d'Or and FIFA Best Player awards after Lionel Messi wins both

After Lionel Messi won the previous Ballon d'Or and FIFA's Best player awards, Cristiano Ronaldo hit out against the honours.

'I simply no longer believe in these awards and it&rsquo;s not because I won at the globe soccer but these are facts, the numbers are there and the numbers don&rsquo;t deceive,' said Ronaldo

After Lionel Messi won the previous Ballon d'Or and FIFA's Best player awards, Cristiano Ronaldo hit out against the honours.
In an interview with one of Portugal's sports newspapers, Ronaldo said, 'I think that, in a way these awards are losing credibility. We have to analyse the entire season. It&rsquo;s not to say that Messi didn&rsquo;t deserve it, or Haaland or even Mbappe, I simply no longer believe in these awards and it&rsquo;s not because I won at the globe soccer but these are facts, the numbers are there and the numbers don&rsquo;t deceive.'
'They can&rsquo;t take this trophy away from me because it&rsquo;s a reality, So it makes me even happier, because the numbers are facts,' Ronaldo said to the paper.
CR7 currently plays for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. His team is currently placed 2nd in the league table, seven points behind leaders Al-Hilal after playing 19 matches

Cristiano Ronaldo, expressed his delight at securing the top goalscorer title for the year 2023, surpassing Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe in the rankings.

'I like to prove doubters wrong': Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on topping the scoring charts in 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo, expressed his delight at securing the top goalscorer title for the year 2023, surpassing Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe in the rankings.

Cristiano Ronaldo has scored an incredible 54 goals in 59 appearances for Al-Nassr after joining the team in January of last year. That total was higher than the 52 goals, 52 goals, and 50 goals that Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane, and Erling Haaland scored, respectively.
Of course, one could argue that because the aforementioned trio scored goals in three of Europe's top five divisions, they should feel unfairly treated, but Ronaldo was happy with his total, especially considering that his career is coming to a close.
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🇵🇹 &ldquo;I&rsquo;m almost 39 and I was the best goalscorer competing with the young animals like Haaland&rdquo;, says Cristiano. <a href="https://t.co/qzxl6AKQam">pic.twitter.com/qzxl6AKQam</a>
&mdash; Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1748410976896950414?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2024</a></blockquote>
Speaking at the awards ceremony, Ronaldo said: "I was the best goalscorer this season, Imagine beating young animals like Haalan, I&rsquo;m proud. And I&rsquo;ll be 39 soon. I like it when people doubt me again and then I&rsquo;m successful. I don&rsquo;t get affected by the criticism.&rdquo;
Ronaldo then discussed the Saudi Pro League and stated his belief that it was, in fact, stronger than France's Ligue 1.
He said: "To be honest, I think the Saudi league is not worse than the French league, in my opinion.
"Imagine beating young animals like Haaland&hellip; I&rsquo;m proud. And I&rsquo;ll be 39 soon!
&ldquo;I like when people doubt me again and then I&rsquo;m successful. I don&rsquo;t get affected by the criticism.&rdquo;
Ronaldo then discussed the Saudi Pro League and stated his belief that it was, in fact, stronger than France's Ligue 1.
"To be honest, I think the Saudi league is not worse than the French league, in my opinion, I have played here for one year so I know what I am talking about. But, I think right now we are better than the French league. Ronaldo said.
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Ronaldo took his goal tally in the competition to 19 and is currently leading the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot race.

Watch! Cristiano Ronaldo scores a brace as Al-Nassr thrashes Al-Ittihad 5-2 in Saudi Pro League

Cristiano Ronaldo may be 38 years old but age hasn't dented his goal-scoring ability 1 bit. CR7 scored a brace for Al-Nassr on Tuesday night to help his side win a goal fest. 

Ronaldo took his goal tally in the competition to 19 and is currently leading the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot race.

Cristiano Ronaldo may be 38 years old but age hasn't dented his goal-scoring ability 1 bit. In fact, CR7 is ageing like a fine wine.&nbsp;
The superstar from Portugal scored a brace for Al-Nassr on Tuesday night and helped his side win a goal fest 5-2 against Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League.
Ronaldo made no mistake in converting two penalties as both his strikes came from the spot.&nbsp;
With that, he took his goal tally in the competition to 19 and is currently leading the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot race.

The lawsuit filed in federal court in the Southern District of Florida Monday alleges that Ronaldo's promotion of Binance was "deceptive and unlawful."

Cristiano Ronaldo faces USD1B class-action lawsuit after promoting Cristiano Ronaldo faces USD1B lawsuit for promoting cryptocurrency for Binance NFTs

Cristiano Ronaldo was hit with class-action lawsuit seeking at least USD 1 billion in damages for his role in promoting cryptocurrency-related "non-fungible tokens," or NFTs

Cristiano Ronaldo faces USD1B lawsuit for promoting cryptocurrency

The lawsuit filed in federal court in the Southern District of Florida Monday alleges that Ronaldo's promotion of Binance was "deceptive and unlawful."

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo was hit with class-action lawsuit seeking at least USD 1 billion in damages for his role in promoting cryptocurrency-related "non-fungible tokens," or NFTs, issued by the beleaguered cryptocurrency exchange Binance.
The lawsuit filed in federal court in the Southern District of Florida Monday alleges that Ronaldo's promotion of Binance was "deceptive and unlawful." Binance's partnership with high-profile figures like Ronaldo, the plaintiffs claim, led them into costly and unsafe investments.
"Evidence now reveals that Binance's fraud was only able to reach such heights through the offer and sale of unregistered securities, with the willing help and assistance of some of the wealthiest, powerful and recognised organisations and celebrities across the globe&mdash;just like Defendant Ronaldo," the suit reads.
Representatives for Ronaldo declined to comment Thursday. Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, did not immediately return requests for statement from The Associated Press.
Ronaldo launched his inaugural NFT &ldquo;CR7&rdquo; collection with Binance in November of last year, ahead of the 2022 World Cup. The NFTs &mdash; which had starting prices ranging from the equivalent of about $77 to $10,000 &mdash; featured seven animated statues depicting Ronaldo from iconic moments in his life, from bicycle-kick goals to his childhood in Portugal.
Monday's suit says that the promotional efforts of Ronaldo's Binance partnership were "incredibly successful" &mdash; alleging a 500% increase in online searches using the keyword &ldquo;Binance&rdquo; after the soccer star's NFTs was announced. The collection's premium-level NFTs sold out within the first week, the suit claims.
Ronaldo has since continued to promote Binance on his official website and social media platforms. Most recently, on X (the platform formerly known as Twitter) Ronaldo reposted a Binance video and wrote that he was &ldquo;Cooking something up" with the crypto exchange on Tuesday.
NFTs are ordinary digital images with an attached version number that have been added to a cryptocurrency blockchain, a process designed to make them &ldquo;unique&rdquo; collectibles. NFTs enjoyed a brief boom, but have since largely collapsed in value as the crypto industry has been marred by scandals and market meltdowns.
Over the summer, Binance was accused of operating as an unregistered securities exchange and violating a slew of U.S. securities laws in a lawsuit from regulators. The crypto exchange agreed last week to pay a roughly $4 billion settlement and its founder Changpeng Zhao stepped down as CEO and pleaded guilty to a felony related to his failure to prevent money laundering on the platform.
This week's lawsuit against Ronaldo isn't the first time that a celebrity has faced litigation over crypto promotions. Last year, a host of Hollywood and sports stars &mdash; including Larry David and Tom Brady &mdash; were named as defendants in a class-action suit against FTX, which was the second-largest crypto exchange before it collapsed in November 2022. The suit argued that the celebrities' status made them culpable for promoting FTX's failed business model.
Ronaldo is one of the most recognizable and wealthiest athletes in the world. He leads his home country Portugal's national team and has played for the Spanish team Real Madrid, the Italian club Juventus and Manchester United in England. He now plays for the Saudi Arabian professional team Al Nassr.

Experience Cristiano Ronaldo's exceptional sportsmanship in a crucial AFC Champions League match as he challenges a penalty decision, earning global praise, particularly from Al Nassr.

Cristiano Ronaldo asks referee to change decision going in team's favour, praised for sportsmanship

Experience Cristiano Ronaldo's exceptional sportsmanship in a crucial AFC Champions League match as he challenges a penalty decision, earning global praise, particularly from Al Nassr.

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During the AFC Champions League game against Persepolis, Cristiano Ronaldo asked the refree to review a decision that was going in the favour of his team

Cristiano Ronaldo showed exceptional sportsmanship during a AFC Champions League match on Monday. People all around the world, including his club Al Nassr praised him for his selfless actions during the game against Persepolis.
During the match, Ronaldo was fouled by Persepolis' Sorous Rafiei, leading to a penalty being awared to Al-Nassr. However, Ronaldo disagreed with the decision and spoke up against it. He convinced the referee to review the incident using the pitchside monitor. After the review, the referee changed his decision, cancelling the penalty.
The game ended in a draw, but this result helped Al-Nassr secure top position in Group E, ensuring their progress to the knockout phase of the competition.
Al Nassr commended Ronaldo calling it "a great deal of sportsmanship."&nbsp;

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