Off the PitchMirror FootballUnverified source· 16 Sept 2026
Postecoglou clashes with reporter over Ronaldo claim
The Al-Nassr boss hit back after a journalist suggested Cristiano Ronaldo brings nothing to the team.
A. Postecoglou
coach
Who
Ange Postecoglou
Club
Al-Nassr
Context
Post-match press conference
Result
Al-Nassr 0-4 Al Ain
What happened. Ange Postecoglou angrily argued with a Saudi journalist who claimed Cristiano Ronaldo has recently done 'nothing' for Al-Nassr. The exchange came in the press conference after Al-Nassr's 4-0 Asian Champions League defeat to Al Ain.
- The reporter said Ronaldo's presence does not benefit the team
- Postecoglou replied that Ronaldo has scored three goals already
- Al-Nassr sit third in the early table
“Cristiano has scored three goals already, and he had limited preparation.”
— Ange Postecoglou
Postecoglou, in charge since the summer, faces pressure after a heavy Champions League loss and a heated media moment.
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