Neves to Al-Taawoun fans: 'I hope you don’t go to pray' | OneFootball

Al-Hilal’s Ruben Neves issued a sharp rebuke to Al-Taawoun supporters after a 6-0 win on matchday seven of the Roshn Saudi Pro League. According to Goal.com, the Portugal midfielder reacted to chants invoking his compatriot and late friend Diogo Jota, the former Liverpool player who died in a tragic accident last year.

The chanting appeared intended to provoke Neves during the match.

At full time he declined to address the episode directly as he passed the media, offering only a brief line. "I hope Al-Taawoun's fans do not go to prayer," Neves said.

He did not elaborate or single out anyone, and his message amounted to a rebuke of conduct that clashed with human values and religious principles.

On a night when Al-Hilal thrashed Al-Taawoun, the incident from the stands cast a shadow over the occasion. Neves left it at that after the final whistle.

Source: Goal.com

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