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Stoppage-Time Own Goal Denies Ronaldo and Al-Nassr the Title in Riyadh Derby

Al-Nassr can still seal the Saudi crown by beating Damac on May 21.

Overview

  • Al-Nassr, which led Al-Hilal until Tuesday’s final seconds, drew 1-1 after goalkeeper Bento misjudged a long throw into the box and the ball crossed his own line.
  • The result keeps Al-Nassr on 83 points with a five-point lead over Al-Hilal, which has two matches left, and a win over Damac on May 21 would clinch the league.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo was substituted around the 83rd minute, looked devastated on the bench after the equalizer, and later told fans on social media that “the dream is close.”
  • Videos from Al-Awwal Park showed fights in the stands after the match, with sticks thrown and security intervening as frustration over the late goal spilled into the crowd.
  • Reports in regional outlets note that head-to-head favors Al-Hilal if the teams finish level on points, raising the pressure on Al-Nassr to take care of business in the finale.