Al Nassr suffered three consecutive draws, dropping 6 points; Cristiano Ronaldo boycotted the match while Mane scored to secure Al Hilal's third straight win, now just one point behind.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s frustration about Benzema joining Al Nassr and his boycott protest make sense because Al Hilal is well reinforced this season with Felix and Coman, plus African Cup winner Mane. In the latest round (Round 20) of the Saudi Pro League, leaders Al Nassr drew 0-0 at home against Al Ittihad, marking their third consecutive draw under coach Inzaghi, meaning Al Nassr lost 6 points in the last three rounds of the title race.

In another Saudi Pro League match, with Ronaldo absent due to his boycott, Mane stepped up and scored the only goal, leading Al Hilal to a 1-0 away win over Al Shabab, achieving a league five-game winning streak, and in the last three rounds, they have gained 6 more points than title rivals Al Nassr.

With the return of star player Mane, Al Hilal has closed the gap to leaders Al Nassr to just one point. Given Al Nassr’s recent poor form with three consecutive league matches dropping points, it’s not unrealistic for Al Hilal to catch up or even overtake Al Nassr to win the championship. This could be Ronaldo’s first official title since joining Al Hilal.

Al Hilal has gained 6 points on Al Nassr over the last three rounds, causing panic for Al Nassr and the PIF. They have reportedly arranged for Benzema to fall out with defending champions Al Ittihad, and rumors about a zero-salary deal seem like drama. Al Nassr officially announced signing Ronaldo’s best Real Madrid teammate Benzema, who will wear number 90. With the arrival of the French superstar Benzema, Al Nassr is set for a fierce title battle with Al Hilal. Ronaldo’s anger is completely understandable, as all four Saudi giants share one owner, making the league feel like a family affair.