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Cristiano Ronaldo's Shocking Miss Ends Al Nassr's King Cup Dream

Ronaldo's Off-Target Attempt in the Dying Moments

Cristiano Ronaldo's much-anticipated debut for Al Nassr in the Saudi King Cup ended in disappointment as his glaring miss in the 96th minute allowed Al Ittihad to snatch a dramatic 3-1 victory. The Portuguese superstar, who joined the Saudi Arabian club on a lucrative deal last month, had a golden opportunity to equalize for his new team but somehow managed to sky his effort over the bar from close range.

Al Nassr's Dominance Undone by Missed Chances

Despite Ronaldo's miss, Al Nassr had largely dominated the match and deservedly took the lead in the 18th minute through Talisca. However, Al Ittihad fought back in the second half and equalized through Abderrazak Hamdallah in the 44th minute. The match seemed destined for extra time until Hamdallah struck again in the 90th minute to put Al Ittihad ahead.

Ronaldo's Costly Error

With just seconds remaining, Al Nassr won a free kick on the edge of the penalty area, offering Ronaldo a chance to rescue his team. However, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner's effort flew harmlessly over the bar, much to the astonishment of his teammates and the crowd. The miss condemned Al Nassr to defeat and ended their hopes of winning their first King Cup title since 1990.

Ronaldo's Future at Al Nassr

Ronaldo's disappointing debut will undoubtedly raise questions about his future at Al Nassr. The 37-year-old has been brought in to lead the club to success, but his performance in the King Cup has cast doubt on his ability to deliver. Despite his age, Ronaldo has consistently proven his quality at the highest level, but his recent form has been a cause for concern. It remains to be seen whether he can rediscover his goalscoring touch and help Al Nassr achieve their ambitions.