The Turkish defender Merih Demiral sparked widespread controversy following his team Al-Ahli's loss to Al-Nassr in the top match of the thirtieth round of the Saudi Pro League.

Demiral expressed his anger over the refereeing decisions during the match, stating in a television interview that there were many errors that were not counted in favor of his team.

He pointed out that some decisions contributed to tipping the balance in favor of victory, considering that what happened on the field greatly displeased him.

The Al-Ahly defender continued his sharp statements, emphasizing that such matters affect the fairness of the competition, as all teams strive to achieve titles.

On the other hand, Demiral's statements did not go unanswered, as Nawaf Boushal, a player from Al-Nassr, directed a direct message to him during the course of the match.

Bushell addressed Demiral with a brief remark, saying: "You're young," in a moment that sparked widespread interaction among the audience.

The match witnessed noticeable tension on the field, amid numerous refereeing decisions and clashes between the players of both teams.

The match ended with Al-Nassr winning 2-0, strengthening their lead at the top of the Roshan League standings, while Al-Ahli continued their pursuit of the competitors in the advanced positions.