Al Hilal supporters are crafting a fresh tifo aimed at Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr ahead of a crucial AFC Champions League semifinal clash with Al Ain.
The tifo depicts Ronaldo donning Al Hilal colors instead of his team’s insignia, drawing inspiration from a previous Al Nassr tifo featuring the player with their badge.
Given that Al Hilal and Al Nassr are the top contenders in the Saudi Pro League, their rivalry is fiercely competitive, as reported by El Futbolero.
In the AFC Champions League semifinals, Al Hilal currently trails Al Ain 4-2 overall.
Al Ain put an end to Al Hilal’s winning streak, and now the league’s leading team is looking to mount a comeback at the Kingdom Arena.
The victor of this matchup will advance to face either Ulsan HD FC or Yokohoma FM in the AFC Champions League final.
In the previous round, Ronaldo and Al Nassr faced Al Ain, the team from the United Arab Emirates that ousted Ronaldo on penalties last month.
Despite a final score of 4-4, Al Ain emerged victorious 3-1 on penalties at the Al Awal Park. Ronaldo’s late penalty equalized the game, leading to a shootout.
Following 120 minutes of play, Al Nassr emerged triumphant 4-3, but Al Ain secured a 1-0 win in the first leg.
On Saturday, Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr are set to play against Al Khaleej at the Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium in the Saudi Pro League.
Following the league fixture, Al Nassr and Al Khaleej will meet once again, this time in the King’s Cup semifinal at Al Awal Park.
