Why Cristiano Ronaldo was left out of Al-Nassr squad as Saudi Pro League side steal late win in King's Cup clash against second-tier Al-Hazem – explained

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Cristiano Ronaldo was excluded from the Al-Nassr matchday squad for their King's Cup clash against Al-Hazem.

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  • Ronaldo excluded from Al-Nassr's matchday squad
  • Pioli wants the veteran star to take rest
  • Riyadh club needed late winner to beat Al-Hazem
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