Al-Nassr Goalkeeper's Error Costs Cristiano Ronaldo's Team Victory in Saudi Pro League Title Race

Riyadh. The Saudi Pro League title race has reached a thrilling stage. Al-Nassr goalkeeper Bento's serious mistake in the 98th minute of the game cost Cristiano Ronaldo's team victory. Bento's mistake proved costly for Al-Nassr, who were on the verge of winning the league title for the first time since 2019, giving arch-rivals Al-Hilal a dramatic point.
Mohammed Simakan had scored in the first half to give Al-Nassr the lead, and the team appeared ready to celebrate the title. However, in the eighth minute of injury time, goalkeeper Bento failed to control a throw-in, and the ball slipped from his hands directly into the net.

Ronaldo, who was substituted in the 83rd minute, appeared very disappointed in the dugout after the game. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner was seen sitting alone and looking emotional.

Currently, Al-Nassr is at the top of the points table with 83 points, five points ahead of second-placed Al-Hilal. However, Al-Hilal has played one less game.

Al-Nassr will secure the title if they defeat Damac on May 20 or if Al-Hilal loses to Neom in their match on May 16.

Besides this, since Ronaldo's arrival, Al-Nassr also has an opportunity to win their first trophy by playing the AFC Champions League Two final against Japanese team Gamba Osaka on May 16.