Cristiano Ronaldo’s emotions were clear on the bench after Al Nassr conceded a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw against Al Hilal in a huge Saudi Pro League clash.
Al Nassr looked set to take another major step towards the league title before Al Hilal struck late to rescue a point. The result kept Al Nassr at the top of the table, but the dropped points could still make the title race more tense in the final weeks of the season.
Ronaldo, who has been one of Al Nassr’s biggest leaders this campaign, appeared visibly disappointed after the equalising goal. Cameras quickly focused on the Portuguese star, who looked frustrated as the chance to secure a massive derby victory slipped away.
The match was played with high intensity from the opening minutes, with both sides creating dangerous moments in attack. Al Nassr managed to take the lead and controlled large parts of the game, but Al Hilal kept pushing until the final stages.
The late goal changed the mood completely inside the stadium. Al Nassr players looked stunned, while Al Hilal celebrated an important comeback point against their biggest rivals.