Cristiano Ronaldo suspended for obscene gesture
Cristiano Ronaldo was suspended for one match by the Saudi Arabia Football Federation for making an obscene gesture toward heckling fans after a match. He also has to pay a fine. Ronaldo did not directly respond to the discipline.
Key Points
- Ronaldo was punished for making an obscene gesture toward heckling fans
- The Saudi Pro League suspended Ronaldo for one match
- Ronaldo will have to pay a fine to cover the cost of filing the complaint
Pros
- Swift action taken by the Saudi Arabia Football Federation to discipline Ronaldo
- Ronaldo leading the league with 22 goals this season
Cons
- Negative publicity for Ronaldo due to the obscene gesture
- Having to pay a fine for his actions