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Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr match delayed by security threat near Riyadh
A missile alert near the Saudi Arabian capital forced a postponement of the Asian Champions League fixture, though the Portuguese forward went on to score in the rescheduled match.
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An Al Nassr match featuring Cristiano Ronaldo faced a delay following a reported missile threat in the vicinity of Riyadh on Wednesday. The security incident prompted authorities to temporarily halt proceedings before the fixture against Neftchi Fergana in the AFC Champions League resumed.
Despite the disruption, Ronaldo showed no signs of distraction as play continued. The 39-year-old Portuguese striker found the back of the net during the rescheduled encounter, extending his extraordinary career tally to 981 goals across his professional career.
The incident underscores ongoing regional tensions affecting sporting events in the Middle East. However, security protocols allowed the match to proceed following necessary precautions, with both teams ultimately able to complete their fixture.
Ronaldo joined Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr in December 2022 after his departure from Manchester United. His continued goalscoring prowess demonstrates the Portuguese veteran's enduring ability to perform at the highest levels of international club competition, even amid extraordinary circumstances.