Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo booked after ‘headlock’ on opposition player in crucial Saudi Pro League clash

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The incident happened in the 56th minute of the game during a terrible night for Al-Nassr as they suffered a 2-0 defeat.

Ronaldo was later taunted as he left the field with Al-Hilal fans waving Lionel Messi shirts.

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The 38-year-old Ronaldo had an evening to forget as he had a goal disallowed for offside in the 77th minute and then six minutes later had a penalty overturned by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR).

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Meanwhile, Odion Ighalo, former striker for Manchester United, converted both of the home team’s penalty kicks to seal the victory.

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The result leaves Ronaldo’s side three points behind leaders Al-Ittihad who also have a game in hand.