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Ronaldo’s UAE Return: Messi Chants Fill Stadium
- Updated: March 6, 2024
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Return: Fans Enthralled as Messi Chants Echo Stadium
In 2017, Cristiano Ronaldo’s heroics led Real Madrid to victory in the FIFA Club World Cup in Abu Dhabi. Now, years later, Ronaldo finds himself back in the UAE, this time representing Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr against Al Ain FC in an AFC Asian Champions League quarterfinal showdown.
Expectations were high as fans anticipated the arrival of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, hoping to witness his magic on the field. While some enthusiastic fans managed to secure tickets, others gathered outside the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, eager to catch a glimpse of the footballing legend in action.
However, not everyone in the stadium was rooting for Ronaldo. Emirati and Omani fans turned out in large numbers to support Al Ain FC, the home team. Nevertheless, amidst the crowd, there were many who seized the opportunity to witness Ronaldo, a true icon of the sport, in person.
One such fan was Pong Wang, a Vietnamese tourist, who arrived in Al Ain without tickets. His determination to watch the match paid off when a generous Saudi national offered him and his friends free tickets.
As the match unfolded, Ronaldo and Al Nassr struggled to break through Al Ain’s defense, with the home team eventually securing a 1-0 victory. Despite Ronaldo’s efforts, chants of “Messi, Messi” echoed throughout the stadium, reminiscent of recent taunts the Portuguese star faced in Saudi Arabia.
While Ronaldo remained composed during the match, smiling at fans after the final whistle, the chants served as a reminder of the fierce rivalry between him and Lionel Messi. As Al Ain fans celebrated their team’s victory, Ronaldo looked ahead to the second leg of the quarterfinal clash in Riyadh, hoping to overturn the deficit and advance to the semifinals.
In summary, Ronaldo’s return to the UAE brought excitement and anticipation among fans, with his presence on the field captivating spectators despite the outcome of the match.
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By- Sahiba Suri
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