A Legal Blow Shocks Al-Nassr in Al-Ruwaili Case

The case of Rafi Al-Ruwaili, the goalkeeper of Al-Urobah, has witnessed exciting developments following Al-Nassr's protest regarding his participation during the match between the two teams, which ended with Al-Urobah winning (2-1) in the 23rd round of the Saudi Pro League. Despite Al-Nassr's demands for the match points, a legal expert revealed an unexpected surprise that could settle the controversy.

Al-Nassr's management objected to Al-Ruwaili's participation, asserting that he does not have a professional contract in the Roshan League, but plays as an amateur, in addition to being an employee in the civil defense. The club demanded the victory points, based on the argument that the regulations do not permit amateurs to participate in the Professional League under the same conditions applied in the Yelo League.

In an unexpected development, legal advisor Yaqoub Al-Mutair confirmed that Al-Nassr's objection would not affect Al-Urobah's points, clarifying that the case pertains to professional regulations, not a disciplinary violation that would necessitate altering the match result. He pointed out that even if a violation is proven, penalties may affect the player himself or prevent Al-Urobah from registering new players, without changing the outcome of the match.

Al-Mutair explained that Al-Ruwaili may face suspension if he fails to prove his exemption from his military job, while Al-Urobah could be barred from registering new players if there was an error in the player's registration. Nevertheless, the three points remain in the team's tally, which was a shock to Al-Nassr, who hoped to change the result in their favor.

After the historic victory, Al-Urobah raised its tally to 26 points, occupying the 12th position, while Al-Nassr's points remained at 47 in fourth place, trailing ten points behind the leading Ittihad. This loss marks Al-Nassr's second in the last three matches, increasing pressure on the team in its title race.