Al Nassr’s hopes of securing the Saudi Pro League title were dashed by goalkeeper Bento’s own goal in injury time, resulting in a 1-1 draw against Al Hilal, who are in second place.
The home fans, dressed in yellow, were on the verge of celebrating the championship victory when the Brazilian goalkeeper made an unfortunate mistake, deflecting a long throw-in into his own net during the eighth minute of extra time.
Al Nassr, with only one game remaining in the season, maintain a five-point lead over Al Hilal, who still have a game in hand. Al Nassr will have the opportunity to clinch the title in their upcoming match against Damac next week.
Cristiano Ronaldo, aged 41, has yet to claim any domestic trophies since signing a lucrative contract in 2023. His arrival has sparked interest in Saudi football, leading to high-profile signings like Neymar and Al Hilal’s Karim Benzema.
