Fans risk their lives following his bus, madness in Iran for Ronaldo
“Cristiano Ronaldo mania” has hit Iran, with hordes of fans running after Al-Nassr’s bus ahead of the AFC Champions League match with Perspolis.
The Saudi Arabian team, with its Portuguese superstar in the lineup, is preparing for its continental debut on Tuesday. On the same day as UEFA Champions League group stage action kicks off, the Middle Eastern giants are also preparing to open another trophy front.
Ronaldo, who started the mass exodus of Europe’s top talent to Saudi Arabia since he left for Al-Nassr after seeing his Manchester United contract expire, is the next attraction in Tehran. The fans of this country were desperate to see him off the pitch for a brief moment.
A large delegation greeted Ronaldo and Al-Nassr when they arrived in Iran, as the five-time Ballon d’Or winner was presented with a special handmade carpet, which he graciously accepted as he smiled and posed for photos. .
Al-Nassr are currently sixth in the Saudi Pro League, with four wins and two losses, but Ronaldo has been in fine form. The 38-year-old striker has scored 13 goals in 12 games played so far, in all competitions.
