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Ronaldo answers substitution drama with goal No. 978

From substitution frustration to match-winning hero in Al Nassr’s latest comeback

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Nassr's Portuguese forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo controls the ball during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Taawoun at the Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh on August 28, 2026.

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Dubai welcomes T20 Women’s Asia Cup, singles tournament begins at US Open

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Did Ronaldinho score at 46? Truth behind viral video

46-year-old joined the Italian third-tier club Ravenna FC in June 2026

Newly recruited Brazilian football player Ronaldinho poses on stage with the jersey of Ravenna FC next to the president of the club, Ignazio Cipriani (R) during the team presentation in Marina di Ravenna on August 20, 2026.

Liverpool agree $162m deal to sign Bradley Barcola

Liverpool close on record Barcola deal as Salah replacement from PSG

Bradley Barcola #12 of France looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 14, 2026 in Arlington, Texas.

Champions League draw 2026/27: UAE time and key details

All you need to know as Monaco hosts the 2026/27 league phase draw tonight

Champions League draw 2026: UAE time, pots and key details

Ronaldo fumes after substitution leads to Al Nassr win

The 41-year-old was taken off early before Al Nassr forged an incredible comeback

Ronaldo left fuming whilst his new coach and teammates celebrate their win

Can Chelsea stop Arsenal from retaining their title?

It feels like we could see two London rivals battle it out for the Premier League title

Chelsea got their season up and running in style

United FC launch kit sale after historic Pro League win

United FC making moves both on and off the pitch

The club have gone for a completely new look!

The best stats from the opening weekend in the EPL

Check out these stats from the first match week in the 2026/27 Premier League season

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Portuguese footballer Quevin Castro dies aged 25

The cause of his sudden death has not yet been disclosed

Tributes pour in as Portuguese footballer Quevin Castro dies aged 25

Al Hilal plot £100m Premier League raid

Al Hilal target Martinelli and Watkins in £100m bid to reclaim Saudi crown

Al Hilal's £100m Premier League double swoop

Winners and losers from the weekend in sport

It was an incredible weekend to be a sports fan! Check out the biggest winners and losers

This weekend showed first-hand the highs and lows of sport!

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