Cristiano Ronaldo had an unexpected exchange with a fan before Al-Nassr’s match against Al Shabab, leaving the supporter visibly stunned. The Portuguese superstar, known for his charisma, responded in a way that caught the fan off guard, branding him “very ugly” after the fan claimed to resemble him.
During the warm-up, the enthusiastic supporter, sporting slicked-back hair and a Portugal shirt with Ronaldo’s iconic No. 7, eagerly called out to his idol. Ronaldo acknowledged him but quickly dismissed any resemblance, saying, “Bro, you don’t look like me. You are very ugly.” The fan, clearly flustered, laughed nervously but continued to show admiration, telling Ronaldo, “You are the best, bro.” In response, Ronaldo offered a thumbs-up and a smile before returning to his warm-up.
Despite the lighthearted pre-match moment, Ronaldo was fully focused on the game. He scored his 26th goal of the season and the 926th of his career with a clinical finish in first-half stoppage time. His strike, from a tight angle, marked his 18th Saudi Pro League goal of the campaign. Remarkably, it also meant he had scored exactly 463 goals both before and after turning 30.
Even with Ronaldo’s goal, Al-Nassr had another frustrating outing, drawing 2-2 with Al Shabab. The dropped points dealt a further blow to their Saudi Pro League title hopes, leaving them fourth in the table. They now sit 10 points behind leaders Al-Ittihad, with only goal difference keeping them ahead of Al-Ahli in fifth.
Ronaldo’s frustration was evident as Al-Nassr struggled to assert control. His individual brilliance has been a bright spot, but the team’s inconsistency continues to cost them crucial points. The Portuguese forward, who has won titles across Europe with Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, is eager to add silverware in Saudi Arabia but faces a tough challenge.
As always, Ronaldo remained defiant after the match. He took to social media to rally his supporters, posting a brief but determined message on X: “We keep fighting.” His words reflect his relentless drive, but Al-Nassr will need more than just his goals to mount a serious title challenge.
While the match itself was frustrating, the interaction with the fan became a viral moment. Ronaldo’s reaction, though blunt, was delivered with his signature confidence. The supporter may not have received the compliment he hoped for, but he still walked away with an unforgettable story about meeting one of football’s greatest icons.