A shocking blunder from Brazilian goalkeeper Bento has dashed Al-Nassr’s hopes of clinching the Saudi Pro League title—at least for now. The mistake, which came in the dying moments of Tuesday’s (12) match, denied Cristiano Ronaldo his first silverware in Saudi football.

Al-Nassr were leading 1-0 against rivals Al-Hilal, a result that would have sealed the championship with a game to spare. The goal came from Mohamed Simakan in the first half, and the team looked poised to celebrate. But in the 53rd minute of the second half, disaster struck.

With Al-Hilal launching one final attack, a throw-in was sent into the box. Bento, hoping to make a routine catch, came off his line but collided with a teammate, allowing the ball to slip through his grasp and into the net. The equalizer not only cost Al-Nassr the win but also postponed their title party.

The 25-year-old goalkeeper, who is vying for a spot in Brazil’s World Cup squad (announced next Monday, 18), will be hoping this error doesn’t haunt his international ambitions. For Ronaldo, the night was also frustrating—he failed to find the net, staying on 971 career goals, and was substituted late in the second half. He watched from the bench as the final whistle blew, leaving the title race still open.

With the league now heading to its final round, Al-Nassr will need to regroup and secure the trophy in their next match. For fans and neutral observers alike, it’s a dramatic twist in a season full of high stakes—and a reminder that even the best can have off days.