It was a night of high drama in Saudi Arabia that ended in heartbreak for Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr, as they were knocked out of the Saudi Cup by Karim Benzema’s Al-Ittihad.
The showdown between the two global football icons captured worldwide attention, but it was Benzema’s team that triumphed with a composed and clinical display. Ronaldo battled tirelessly to lift his side, creating several promising opportunities, yet Al Nassr failed to capitalize when it mattered most.
Benzema, meanwhile, proved decisive once again — showcasing his trademark calmness and leadership as he guided Al-Ittihad to victory and into the next round.
The defeat adds a new chapter to the enduring rivalry between the two former Real Madrid stars — and on this occasion, it was Benzema who emerged victorious.
