Cristiano Ronaldo threw up after playing through match sick, coach says

TL;DR

Cristiano Ronaldo played through illness and vomited after Al-Nassr's 1-0 victory over Al-Ettifaq, according to coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo, who scored 24 goals this season, was substituted in the 89th minute due to stomach pains and fatigue.

Key points

Cristiano Ronaldo vomited after the match
He played through illness with stomach pains
Ronaldo scored 24 goals for Al-Nassr this season
Al-Nassr is on a 15-match winning streak
They are eight points clear at the top of the league

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Saudi Pro League

Cristiano Ronaldo played through illness and vomited after leaders Al-Nassr claimed a 15th straight Saudi Pro League victory with a 1-0 win over Al-Ettifaq, coach Jorge Jesus said.

The 41-year-old forward, who is set to appear in a record sixth World Cup in June, was substituted in the 89th minute of Wednesday's game.

"I was thinking of not including him, he wasn't in good shape," Jesus said. "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."

Ronaldo has scored 24 goals as Al-Nassr, who are on their longest winning streak in the Saudi top-flight, sit eight points clear at the top of the table.

Spain – 17th appearance

Brazil – 23rd appearance

United States of America – 12th appearance

Mexico – 18th appearance

Q&A

Why did Cristiano Ronaldo vomit after the match?

Cristiano Ronaldo vomited after the match due to playing through illness, suffering from stomach pains and fatigue.

How many goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored for Al-Nassr this season?

Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 24 goals for Al-Nassr this season.

What did coach Jorge Jesus say about Ronaldo's condition during the match?

Coach Jorge Jesus mentioned that he considered not including Ronaldo in the match due to his poor condition and that Ronaldo was suffering from stomach pains.

What is Al-Nassr's current standing in the Saudi Pro League?

Al-Nassr is currently at the top of the Saudi Pro League, sitting eight points clear and on a 15-match winning streak.