Ronaldo Backs Referees, Rejects Bias Claims After Saudi Pro League Clash

Cristiano Ronaldo has urged fellow Saudi Pro League players to respect match officials, even when they err, following Al Nassr’s 2-0 victory over Al-Ahli. Tempers flared at full-time when Merih Demiral confronted the referee over a heavy challenge on Kingsley Coman. The exchange of gestures between Demiral and Ronaldo highlighted the tension over alleged favouritism. After the dust settled, Ronaldo insisted that public accusations undermine the league’s credibility. He warned that if Saudi football wants to compete with Europe’s best, players must stop attacking referees for perceived mistakes.

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