Hey Al-Hilal, led by Jorge Jesus, defeated Al-Nassr (2-1) in the final match of the Saudi Super Cup, today, Monday, in a match characterized by… Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial sending offDue to an elbow strike on an opponent outside the four lines. The referee of the derby between the two rivals from Riyadh, CR7, did not spare any effort in his report.
According to the newspaper SportsMohammed Al-Huwaish described the Portuguese international’s behavior as “disgraceful,” adding that the “excessive force” used at the time led to his expulsion, which means that on the table is the possibility of a two-match suspension (instead of a suspension) and also a fine.
Cristiano Ronaldo did not escape the direct red card in the 86th minute, when he hit Al-Bulaihi with his elbow while trying to push his opponent away to take a quick throw-in, which led to great chaos on the field.
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