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Ronaldo Vomited from Stomach Pain During Match, Reveals Coach

Al Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus disclosed that Cristiano Ronaldo was substituted during a match due to severe stomach pain and fatigue. Jesus stated Ronaldo was not in good shape and vomited immediately after leaving the pitch. Despite his star player's illness, Al Nassr secured a narrow 1-0 league victory over Al Ettifaq. The winning goal was scored by Kingsley Coman in the 31st minute of a tightly contested match.

Key Points: Ronaldo Ill with Stomach Pain During Al Nassr Win

  • Ronaldo substituted due to illness
  • Played through stomach pain and fatigue
  • Vomited in dressing room after substitution
  • Al Nassr won 1-0 against Al Ettifaq
  • Kingsley Coman scored decisive goal
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"Ronaldo was suffering from stomach pain": Al Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus

Al Nassr coach Jorge Jesus reveals Cristiano Ronaldo played through illness and vomited after being substituted in a 1-0 league victory.

"He was suffering from stomach pains... he went straight to the dressing room and threw up. - Jorge Jesus"

Riyadh, April 16

Al Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus has revealed that Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo was suffering from illness and physical discomfort during a recent match, which led to his substitution during Al Nassr's 1-0 league victory over Al Ettifaq on Wednesday night.

Speaking after the game, as quoted by ESPN, Jesus said Ronaldo was not in a fit condition to continue playing due to stomach pain and fatigue. The Al Nassr star felt so bad that he vomited in the dressing room.

"I was thinking of not including Cristiano Ronaldo; he wasn't in good shape. He was suffering from stomach pains and a general feeling of fatigue, when I substituted him, he went straight to the dressing room and threw up," the coach said.

Al Nassr secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Al Ettifaq in a closely fought league encounter, continuing their strong run in the competition with a disciplined defensive performance and a crucial breakthrough goal.

The match remained evenly poised for long phases, with both sides creating limited clear-cut chances in a tense midfield battle. Al Ettifaq showed resilience in defence, keeping Al Nassr's attacking unit under control for most of the game.

Al Nassr, however, managed to find the decisive moment to edge ahead and maintain their lead, which ultimately proved enough to secure all three points. Kingsley Coman scored the winner for Al Nassr during the 31st minute of the match.

The win came amid fitness concerns within the squad, with head coach Jorge Jesus later revealing that Cristiano Ronaldo had been struggling with stomach pain and fatigue during the match before being substituted as a precaution.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Stomach pain and vomiting sounds serious. At 39, his body is sending signals. The Saudi league is physically demanding too. Hope it's just a bug and nothing chronic.
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Arjun K
Respect for playing through discomfort, but the team still won without him at his best. That's a good sign for Al Nassr's depth. Coman stepping up!
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Priya S
Could be the heat or food? Adjusting to life in Riyadh can be tough. Reminds me of when players get sick during the humid Indian Super League matches.
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Vikram M
A bit concerning to hear. At his age, recovery takes longer. Maybe he should manage his minutes more carefully. The club has a big investment to protect.
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Karthik V
True professionalism. Many would have just sat out. Hope he's fit for the upcoming matches. The fans in Saudi and all over the world, including us in India, want to see him play!

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