Bento's Late Own Goal Denies Al-Nassr Saudi Pro League Title Against Al Hilal

Al-Nassr's hopes of securing their first Saudi Pro League title in seven years were dashed after goalkeeper Bento scored a bizarre injury-time own goal during a crucial match against rivals Al Hilal. The incident occurred at Al Awwal Park in Riyadh on May 12, 2026, turning a potential 1-0 victory into a draw just seconds before the final whistle. This result prevents Cristiano Ronaldo from claiming his first domestic league trophy since joining the club in January 2023. Despite the setback, Al-Nassr remains at the top of the league table with 83 points from 33 games, holding a five-point lead over second-placed Al Hilal, who have played one fewer game. Ronaldo, visibly frustrated on the bench, later expressed optimism to his social media followers, stating that the dream is still close. Al-Nassr is favored to win the league in their final match against Damac on May 21, barring any unexpected results. The match had been highly anticipated, with home fans dressed in yellow celebrating in anticipation of a title-clinching win that ultimately did not materialize due to the defensive error.