Cristiano Ronaldo: Fans Troll Al-Nassr Star After Failed Free Kick Attempt

• A section of fans online has trolled Cristiano Ronaldo after he wasted another free-kick attempt during a Saudi Super Cup match
• Fans believe they spotted what the Al-Nassr captain said to himself before shying his effort over the bar on August 14
• Ronaldo's record at free-kick was a major talking point during Euro 2024, with his ability seemingly going down in recent years

Cristiano Ronaldo has come under sharp scrutiny once again after another failed attempt at taking a free-kick.

There is no denying that the Portuguese icon has built his name over the years as one of the best in the game and a dead-ball specialist.

Ronaldo's record at free-kicks

However, he has struggled in recent years to make his free-kick attempts count. His struggles became apparent during last month's Euro championships when he took most of Portugal's free-kicks without success.

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He resumed club duty after taking a break following the quarter-final heartbreak to France via a penalty shootout. The former Real Madrid striker played his first competitive game of the new season when he featured in Al-Nassr's 2-0 win over Al Tawooun in the Suadi Super Cup semi-finals.

Despite getting on the scoresheet and becoming the first man to score in 23 successive seasons, Ronaldo's poor effort became fodder for a public debate after fans spotted what he said.

What Ronaldo said to himself before taking the free-kick

Before the five-time Ballon d'Or winner took a free kick, he was spotted murmuring 'eu sou u melhor,' which is Portuguese for 'I am the best.' He then blazed his free-kick over the bar, which elicited sharp reactions online.

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@okey_James said,

"When your time is done in sport, even the very things that used to go in your favour will stop going in your favour. That’s when you know you should pack it up."

@Julian Godgiven said,

"When affirmations go wrong, LOL."

@Sthormmy said,

"He's so done, yet he's still one of the best."

Ronaldo's record at free-kicks

Despite his recent struggles, the former Manchester United striker is one of the most decorated free-kick takers, having scored 64 times, putting him in eighth place according to GMS stats.

Ronaldo returns to Al-Nassr with strong message

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Cristiano Ronaldo has officially resumed training with Al-Nassr after a lengthy break following his participation in the 2024 UEFA European Championship.

The veteran forward, embarking on his 23rd professional season, experienced a challenging summer with Portugal during the Euros.

Announcing his return on social media, Ronaldo shared a series of images with the caption, "Back where I belong!"

Source: TUKO.co.ke