Cristiano Ronaldo told he 'needs to retire' after 'cringe' trolling in Al-Nassr 1-0 win | OneFootball

Cristiano Ronaldo faced a backlash from fans for goading Al-Taawoun defenders, with some saying he should retire. According to Goal.com, the Al-Nassr star repeatedly needled markers in the closing stages. Al-Nassr won 1-0.

An own goal from Mohammed Al Dossari on the stroke of half-time settled the Saudi Pro League match, keeping Al-Nassr second, five points behind unbeaten Al-Hilal. Ronaldo did not score and endured a frustrating night in attack.

At a late set-piece, he drew heavy attention in the area, telling one opponent to quieten down and miming that he could carry another on his back. He then celebrated wildly at full-time in front of those he had argued with.

Online reaction was scathing, with many calling the behaviour cringe and suggesting the 40-year-old might be losing his mind and should retire. Others labelled it beyond embarrassing, accused him of seeking attention after doing little, and even called him shameless while claiming he has virtually no chance of winning a trophy again.

Ronaldo later posted, “Step by step. Full focus on our objective!” He has 17 goals in 21 appearances this season and is chasing a third consecutive Golden Boot in the Middle East. He has shown no sign of quitting, having extended his contract to 2027.

Source: Goal.com