At the King Abdullah Stadium on Saturday night, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr team faced off against Al Raed.
A 3-1 victory was secured by goals from Ronaldo, Sadio Mane, and Anderson Talisca. Al Raed’s goal was scored by Mohammed Fouzair.
Cristiano Ronaldo attempted a free kick during the game, but the ball sailed past the goal and struck the cameraman in the head.
[VIDEO] Cristiano Ronaldo hits the cameraman with free-kick
Cristiano Ronaldo's free kick for Al Nassr hit the cameraperson 😨
(via @YNWAVVD) pic.twitter.com/Ve5Awn6T49
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The cameraman tried to maintain his composure while trying to stay upright and hold onto the camera after getting struck by a vicious Ronaldo strike.
Al Nassr improved to sixth place in the Saudi Professional League standings after defeating Al Raed. They have played six league games so far and have amassed 12 points.