An inquiry has been initiated into the response of Al-Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, to taunts referencing 'Messi', as reported by Goal. Ronaldo, who was instrumental in Al-Nassr's 3-2 victory over Al-Shabab in a league match on Sunday, found himself at the centre of controversy following the game.
A video that surfaced on social media post-match showed the Portuguese skipper making gestures towards certain individuals in the crowd after successfully converting a penalty. The incident has sparked calls for action from authorities in the Middle East, particularly given the presence of numerous young fans at the match.
Al-Nassr has expressed its intention to stand by Ronaldo and defend him against any allegations of misconduct. However, the Saudi Football Federation's Disciplinary and Ethics Committee has decided to open a case to thoroughly examine the incident. The committee will review all available evidence before determining the appropriate course of action.