Ronaldo’s red in the cup semi final versus Al Hilal match marked his 14th career red card, and his first in the Saudi Pro league. But who is the referee that showed Ronaldo a red card in the match versus Al Hilal?
Ronaldo received his marching orders for elbowing an opponent in Al Nassr’s 2-1 loss to Al Hilal.
The referee at the center Mohammed Al Hoaish reported in his match notes that Cristiano acted in a “disgraceful way“.
Ronaldo could now be set for a two match ban, which adds to the one match ban he faced for making an obscene gesture earlier in the season.
Who is the referee that showed Ronaldo a red card?
The referee’s is full name is Mohammed Khled Al Hoaish. He is a Saudi Arabian born on the 26th of December, 1986, meaning he is 37 years old.
Mohammed Al Hoaish is a Saudi FA official and mostly manages in the Saudi Pro league and other competitions like the AFC Champions league. He often serves as the third or fourth official in some international matches.
His highest profile match is the FIFA Club World Cup clash in 2023 between Manchester City and Urawa Red Diamonds.
Ronaldo sees red in super cup clash
Ronaldo received the 14th red card of his career in Al Nassr’s cup clash versus rivals Al Hilal yesterday. The referee brandished the red card in the 86th minute after Ronaldo fouled a player using his elbow.
Al Nassr found themselves already two goals down by the time Ronaldo received his marching orders. Mane scored a 99th minute goal in extra time but it proved not to be enough to save them from a 2-1 defeat.
