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An investigation has been opened into Cristiano Ronaldo\u2019s supposedly obscene response to more \u2018Messi\u2019 taunts while in action for Al-Nassr.<\/p>\n
The Portuguese superstar was among the goals once again in a 3-2 Saudi Pro League victory over Al-Shabab on Sunday. During that contest, the five-time Ballon d\u2019Or winner responded to those in the stands bellowing the name of eternal rival Lionel Messi in his direction.<\/p>\n
A video has emerged of Ronaldo gesturing towards those in the crowd after converting from the penalty spot against Al-Shabab \u2013 his 34th goal of the season. With many young supporters in attendance, authorities in the Middle East have been urged to take action.<\/p>\n
Al-Nassr are understandably keen to defend their talismanic captain against any wrongdoing, but the Saudi football federation\u2019s Disciplinary and Ethics Committee has opened a case and will study all of the evidence available before making a decision on what happens next.<\/p>\n
According to the Al-Sharq Al-Awsat newspaper, who cite sources within the committee, a ruling will be made in the next 48 hours. They are eager to act quickly and decisively, with many Saudis left disappointed and angry at Ronaldo\u2019s alleged antics.<\/p>\n
CR7 may face a ban if he is found guilty of an offence, which would rule him out of crucial fixtures in an ongoing bid to rein in Al-Hilal at the top of the Saudi Pro League table. If he is let off the hook, then the five-time Ballon d\u2019Or winner will be back in action against Al-Hazm on Thursday.<\/p>\n
\nAl-Shabab fans chanting: \u201cMessi, Messi\u201d<\/p>\n
Ronaldo:pic.twitter.com\/wW9WjS7x0E<\/a><\/p>\n
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Source: goal.com<\/p>\n
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