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Ronaldo Plays Through Illness in Al Nassr’s 1-0 Win to Extend 15-Game Run

The coach’s account underscores his importance to a title bid that leads the Saudi Pro League.

Overview

  • Cristiano Ronaldo featured despite being unwell, with head coach Jorge Jesus saying he almost left him out.
  • Jesus said Ronaldo had stomach pains and fatigue and that he vomited after being substituted.
  • Ronaldo helped create the winner when his long shot was saved and Kingsley Coman finished the rebound past Marek Rodak.
  • He also struck the post and saw another effort cleared off the line before coming off late.
  • The victory pushed Al Nassr to a club-record 15 straight league wins and kept them eight points ahead of Al Hilal, while Ronaldo remains on 24 league goals after posting a brief “+3” message with no mention of illness.