WATCH: Frustrated Cristiano Ronaldo appears to take down Argentine player in bizarre clash during Al Nassr’s 4-0 loss
Cristiano Ronaldo appeared to lose his temper during Al Nassr’s heavy 4-0 defeat to Al Ain after becoming involved in a bizarre physical clash with Argentine midfielder Matias Palacios. The incident came late in the AFC Champions League Elite clash, with Ronaldo appearing to wrap up Palacios and bring the 24-year-old to the ground in a wrestling-style takedown.
Cristiano Ronaldo became involved in a bizarre physical clash with Argentine midfielder Matias Palacios during Al Nassr's 4-0 loss to Al Ain in the AFC Champions League Elite. The incident occurred late in the match, with Ronaldo appearing to take down Palacios in a wrestling-style takedown. Al Ain dominated the game, scoring four goals to leave Al Nassr with a heavy defeat.
The Portuguese forward, who had scored three goals this season, was largely kept quiet and tensions boiled over during the late stages of the match. Al Nassr boss Ange Postecoglou defended his star player, emphasizing his character and sacrifices. The Saudi side will face Uzbekistan's Neftchi Fergana in their next AFC Champions League Elite fixture on October 12.
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