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Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo’s controversial shot after losing the AFC Champions League 2nd trophy has again invited comparisons with his arch-rival Lionel Messi, especially as what the ‘Doni’ did was seen by many as nothing more than foul play and inappropriate behavior that sparked outrage, while the 2022 world champions took a different tack on social media. platforms in the last few hours.
Al-Nasr lost 1-0 to Japan’s Gamba Osaka at the Al Awal Park Stadium in Riyadh yesterday, Saturday evening.
Immediately after the match, Ronaldo headed to the tunnel leading to the dressing rooms and did not go to console the spectators or even shake the hands of his opponents, in addition, he refrained from participating in the silver medal ceremony.
On the other hand, some shared a photo of Lionel Messi when his team Inter Miami lost 3-0 to Seattle Sounders in the MLS Cup final in September 2025, as the Argentine legend stayed on the pitch until the end of the crowning ceremony of the winner, wearing the silver medal, while most of the players left the pitch.
The difference between the two positions is clear and documented. But the explanation of “Don’s” action is not so simple. Was Ronaldo’s refusal due to extreme sadness and shock at the continued loss of titles with Al-Nasr, or was it due to a lack of respect for the championship and the rival…
