Saudi Pro League: Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr FC defeated Al-Wedha FC 2-0 in the King Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium on February 25, 2025. Al-Nassr’s Mecca win keeps them in the title race. After a disheartening loss to Al-Ettifaq on February 21, 2025, Ronaldo’s fierce header and Sadio Mane’s late penalty helped the Riyadh club beat the hosts.
Even though Al-Nassr won, their followers were upset. This prompted Cristiano Ronaldo to apologize. Al-Nassr defeated Al-Wehda in a critical match.
The match between Al-Nassr and Al-Wehda was meant to start at 9:30 PM IST, however it was delayed by over an hour, causing dismay among CR7-led club fans. It was reported that Al-Nassr’s bus arrived nine minutes late. The article also adds that the team van was hit in heavy traffic, forcing spectators to wait almost an hour to see the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
After the Al-Nassr vs. Al-Wehda game, Ronaldo apologized to SSC Sports and promised not to do it again. I apologize for Al-Nassr starting the game late. This shouldn’t repeat. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United star apologized, according to Goal.com.
