Bento Own Goal Delays Al-nassr Title Celebration

Bento's own goal in the 98th minute against Al Hilal delayed al-nassr's Saudi Pro League celebration. Cristiano Ronaldo and his teammates were left waiting on the title after a late twist that kept the race alive.

Al Hilal And Neom

Al Nassr still can win the championship if Al Hilal fail to beat Neom. The five-point margin means only one match would be left if that result goes Al Nassr's way.

If Al Hilal beat Neom, the title race goes to the final match next Thursday and only two points would separate the sides. Al Nassr would meet Damac, while Al Hilal would face Al Fayha.

Ronaldo's Scoring Load

Ronaldo has 26 goals in 29 Saudi Pro League matches. Across all listed competitions, he has 28 goals in 35 matches, with one goal in three AFC Champions League Two matches and another in two Saudi Super Cup matches.

Al Nassr's continental run has already brought 10 victories, including six group stage wins, two round of 16 wins, plus the quarterfinals and semifinals. They will also face Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Two final in Riyadh.

Prize Money And Pressure

The Saudi Pro League champion prize has not been disclosed, but the most recent disclosed figure was SR5 million in 2023, when Al Ittihad earned it. At that rate, the prize would be about $1.33 million.

Bento's late own goal did more than delay a celebration. It left al-nassr waiting on Neom and on one more result before the title and its payout can be settled.