Ronaldo fails the decisive shot: what he told himself before the miss.
29.10.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
29.10.2025
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Cristiano Ronaldo and his attempt at a crucial moment
According to The Sun: Cristiano Ronaldo seems to have been psyching himself up positively before taking a free kick in the final minutes of the match. When his team Al-Nassr was trailing 2-1 to Al-Ittihad in the King’s Cup, the 40-year-old player approached the ball to take the shot.
Ronaldo was captured on camera giving himself a few words of encouragement...
However, his efforts did not yield results - the ball hit the wall. Despite the player's attempts, the match ended unfavorably for Al-Nassr.
This situation once again highlights how crucial moments of pressure are for experienced athletes. Ronaldo, despite his age, still tries to be a key figure in decisive moments. Such emotional moments demonstrate his commitment to the game and desire to help the team, even when the results may be unfavorable.
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