Cristiano Ronaldo is not one to pretend. When something is wrong with him, the Portuguese makes it known. This was the case at the start of the season for Manchester United. Retained by the Red Devils, the fivefold Ballon d’Or did not appreciate his downgrading. He multiplied the gestures of humor especially during the match against Tottenham where he had refused to come into play before returning to the locker room before the final whistle. Punished by Erik ten Hag, he then returned to the group, chomping at the bit before emptying his bag during a punchy interview given to Piers Morgan.
CR7 has been tense in recent months
What had definitively sealed his departure from MU. A few weeks later, CR7 again caused a stir. This time it was in the Portuguese selection, where he went from starter to substitute during the 2022 World Cup. His relationship with former coach Fernando Santos had taken a hit. Same thing with Jorge Mendes, his historic agent whom he decided to kick out because he hadn’t found him a new club last summer. To represent him, Cristiano Ronaldo called on his friend and personal manager Ricardo Regufe. It was he who also settled his transfer to Al-Nassr.
A club where the former Real Madrid star has been evolving since the beginning of 2023. Paid 200 million euros per season, Cristiano Ronaldo, who would have a surprising clause in his contract, has found playing time and the way of the nets in Saudi Arabia. Author of 8 goals in 8 matches in all competitions (7 in the league, 1 in the Saudi Arabian Super Cup), he also delivered 2 assists. Elected player of the month for February in the Saudi Pro League, CR7 has taken care of his statistics. But all is not perfect for the 38-year-old footballer.
He lost his temper again yesterday
Established last night against Abha in the Champions Cup, he was silent despite his team’s wide victory (3-1). But the Portuguese was annoyed not to find the net. This is also the sixth time it has happened to him since signing (he scored 8 goals in 3 appearances). Author of a bland match according to Marca, he was very angry when the referee cut off a counter-attack from his team by whistling for half-time. Reassembled, CR7 took the ball and gave a powerful kick to send it in the air. He was penalized with a yellow card. His first since arriving in Saudi Arabia.
A gesture of irritation which is not the first of the star born in 85. Last week, he left the field angry after the defeat against Al Ittihad. When he left the field, he kicked a bottle. Her face was closed. It was still yesterday but for another reason. Indeed, CR7 did not appreciate being replaced. On the bench, his face again betrayed his annoyance. Very tense in recent months, the Lusitanian footballer shows despite everything that he remains still and always a sacred competitor.
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