Ronaldo Limps Away After Pitch Invader Incident During Portugal Game, Video

• Cristiano Ronaldo was targeted by a pitch invader during Portugal's most recent game
• The Selecao captain netted a brace in the 5-0 triumph against Bosnia and Herzegovina
• A near-flawless performance was disrupted by the invader's attempt to rush at Ronaldo

Portuguese captain, Cristiano Ronaldo experienced a moment of alarm during his team's 5-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina at Zenica's Bilino Polje Stadium on Monday.

Following his early two-goal contribution, the Al-Nassr star became the focus of attention when a pitch invader breached security and rushed onto the field in the 39th minute, attempting to take a selfie with the 38-year-old.

The pitch invader appeared to be an avid Ronaldo fan, as evidenced by his attire - he was sporting an Al-Nassr jersey.

However, the captain of the Saudi Pro League seemed visibly upset after being surprised by the fan approaching him from behind.

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Footage also indicated that either the fan or one of the five security guards who promptly intervened may have inadvertently stepped on Ronaldo's foot.

At first, he appeared to be in some physical discomfort and was seen limping. However, he managed to stay on until the 65th minute when he was substituted.

This occurrence followed a similar incident only three days earlier when a different pitch invader rushed towards Ronaldo during Portugal's 3-2 victory over Slovakia.

During that encounter, the Selecao captain kindly extended his hand to the young fan.

Ronaldo has amassed an impressive tally of 40 goals in 43 matches for both Al-Nassr and the Portuguese national team this year, per Eurosport.

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Meanwhile, football fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to put forward a wild school of thought after the pitch invader tried to approach Ronaldo for a selfie.

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The regrettable incident transpired during the first half of Portugal's Euro 2024 Qualifiers against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Monday, October 16.

Many commenters online have suggested the fan was bitter about Ronaldo's sterling display while others claimed the invader was a Lionel Messi fan.

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Sports Brief also previously reported that Portugal's Euro 2024 Qualifier against Slovakia was marked by a heartwarming incident involving an enthusiastic pitch invader.

Successfully evading the security protocol at Estadio do Dragao, the young fan dashed towards the five-time Ballon d'Or winner to share an unforgettable moment with Ronaldo.