Ronaldo got a cameraman dangling and holding on to his camera to save himself from getting knocked out after being hit by his powerful free kick.
Al Nassr was awarded a free kick during the game just beyond the penalty box. Except for the man in charge of the video crane behind goal, almost everyone in the stadium was focused on Ronaldo who has taken his famous steps in preparation to take the spot kick.
The cameraman was focused on capturing the moment when Ronaldo’s kick sailed straight into his face after passing the keeper, the goal and the wall.
The man had to hold on to his video crane as he dangles after getting almost knocked out by the ball.
Watch video below;
Cristiano Ronaldo's free kick for Al Nassr hit the cameraperson 😨
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The hit left a big swollen on the cameraman’s face. Ronaldo made sure to meet with him after the match.
Al Nassr went on to win the match 3-1 with goals from Sadio Mane, Talisca and Ronaldo himself.
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