Cristiano Ronaldo has publicly called for lifetime bans for supporters following an incident during a Saudi Pro League match in which fans chanted the name of Diogo Jota at Al-Hilal midfielder Rúben Neves.
Footage circulating on social media appears to show Neves responding to the chants from Al-Taawoun supporters during the fixture between the two clubs. The clips have prompted debate online about acceptable behaviour at matches and the appropriate sanctions for participating fans.
Ronaldo’s intervention came after the videos were shared widely on platforms, with the former Manchester United and Portugal forward urging decisive action against those involved. He did not specify the mechanism he was calling on — for example, whether bans should be imposed immediately by the clubs, by the league, or by stadium authorities.
Al-Hilal and Al-Taawoun have not commented publicly on the episode in the material reviewed, and it is not clear whether Saudi Pro League officials have opened a disciplinary inquiry. The incident adds to scrutiny of fan conduct in the league as it continues to draw international attention.
Observers and clubs will be watching for any formal response from the league or local authorities, and for clarification on whether the supporters involved can be identified and sanctioned. Until an official statement is released, details about what triggered the chants and any further action remain limited.