Ronaldo and Al-Hamdan taunt Al-Hilal with cryptic celebration message

Early Thursday morning (Vietnam time), Al-Nassr secured a 2-1 victory over Abha in Round 6 of the Saudi Pro League (Roshn League). But more significant than the scoreline was the cryptic goal celebration by Cristiano Ronaldo and Abdullah Al-Hamdan, which heated up the title race. Specifically, after Ronaldo opened the scoring from the penalty spot and Al-Hamdan sealed the win, both players performed a celebration gesture by placing their hands on their ears, as if to say: "We are still here, not gone." Immediately, Al-Nassr's official X account posted the message: "Neither absent nor missing." This phrase was no coincidence. It was exactly the message that Al-Hilal fans had previously sent to Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, the club's owner, in the context of Al-Hilal's recent 2-0 defeat. By "borrowing" that phrase, Al-Nassr responded with a witty and sarcastic twist, asserting their position in the two-horse race with Al-Hilal. From a professional standpoint, this victory lifted Al-Nassr to second place with 15 points, level with leaders Al-Hilal but behind on goal difference. This is a positive signal for coach Luis Castro's team, as they are fiercely chasing the top spot. However, the celebration raises the question: is it overconfidence? Or a deliberate psychological tactic? Either way, it has created an intriguing story between the two giants of Saudi Arabian football. Ronaldo, at 39 years old, continues to prove his class with his 5th goal of the season, while Al-Hamdan is gradually establishing his role in the starting lineup. The combination of experience and youth promises to bring many surprises for Al-Nassr this season. Looking broader, the Saudi Pro League 2026-25 title race is very exciting. Al-Hilal with its star-studded squad remains the top contender, but Al-Nassr with Ronaldo's presence and consistent form can certainly spring surprises. The upcoming match between the two teams will be decisive for the championship. From a media perspective, this celebration will undoubtedly spark a wave of debate on social media. Al-Hilal fans may react strongly, but for Al-Nassr, this is a way to assert their status and put pressure on their rivals. In summary, the 2-1 victory over Abha not only brought three valuable points but also a strong declaration from Al-Nassr: "We are still here, and we will fight to the end." The phrase "Neither absent nor missing" will be remembered for a long time as a symbol of the dramatic title race in Saudi Arabia.