Cristiano Ronaldo Celebrates With The Sign Of The Cross In Saudi Arabia, Sparking Social Media Controversy
During Al-Nassr’s 1-0 victory over Al-Shorta, from Iraq, with a goal by Cristiano Ronaldo, a scene drew the attention of fans on social networks. In celebration, the Portuguese star made the sign of the cross, a symbol of Christianity, before his traditional celebration, as seen in this video.
Saudi Arabia’s laws regarding Christianity are more complex. There is, effectively, a norm prohibiting the manifestation of the Christian faith. Sometimes it is avoided, and there are even cases of persecution.
Cristiano Ronaldo now has 4 goals in the Arab Champions Cup and isolated himself at the top of the scoring charts of this edition. Al-Nassr has the opportunity to win the first trophy since the arrival of the Portuguese star. The final of the Arab Champions Cup will be played on August 12, in an all-Saudi final after Al-Hilal beat Al-Shabab in a commanding 3-1 victory in the other semi-final.
