Narrow victory for Al-Nassr in the King's Cup in the absence of their top player is a message from Cristiano Ronaldo to his teammates.
Following Al-Nassr's 2-1 victory over Al-Hazem in the King Cup of Champions, Cristiano Ronaldo congratulated his teammates.
Consequently, what happened?
In the King's Cup, Al-Nassr defeated second-tier Al-Hazem 2-1. Sadio Mane's goal in first-half injury time was followed by a late goal from Nawaf Boushal. Coach Stefano Pioli rotated his team, therefore Ronaldo was not included.
THE LARGER IMAGE
Prior to last Friday's matchup with Al-Wehda and their AFC Champions League matchup with Al Rayyan, Pioli made the decision to rest Ronaldo. Al-Nassr were not particularly comfortable without him, but he was happy to watch his team make progress while he still has to wait for his first Saudi Arabian trophy.
RONALDO'S MENTION
On Instagram, Ronaldo wrote: "Won the King's Cup." Excellent work!"
Next?
On Friday, Al-Nassr takes on Al-Wehda, and on Monday, they play Al Rayyan in the AFC Champions League. Ronaldo is probably going to be involved in both games.
