Over the past 27 months, Cristiano Ronaldo has received disciplinary action only once, and notably, it wasn’t for a foul against an opponent. The last time he was shown a red card for violent conduct was on January 24 during a match against Córdoba, where he kicked Edimar off the ball and punched Crespo. That incident resulted in a two-match suspension.
Interestingly, the Spanish Football Federation’s referee committee has shown little scrutiny towards Ronaldo since then. Rather than punishing his on-field fouls, he was suspended for five games after pushing a referee during the Spanish Super Cup. Despite 18 notable fouls, Ronaldo has consistently avoided punishment. Among La Liga officials, referee Mateu Lahoz has overlooked Ronaldo’s fouls the most, doing so on three occasions. Three other referees let him off twice, and four more looked the other way once each. This pattern has sparked ongoing debate among fans, especially within the Crickex Affiliate community, where fair play is a top priority.
Across Europe, this trend appears to continue. According to Mundo Deportivo, a Barcelona-leaning Catalan sports daily, since October 31, when Ronaldo fouled David Simón of Las Palmas, he has committed 18 serious infractions that were all ignored by referees. The publication argues that these instances reflect a broader issue of selective enforcement and potential favoritism, a concern echoed by many Crickex Affiliate followers who believe consistent refereeing is vital for maintaining credibility in the sport.
Mundo Deportivo’s journalist Óscar Zárate further reported that Ronaldo’s history of violent conduct without consequences is steadily growing. One recent example cited was during a match against Valencia, where Ronaldo elbowed Montoya in the face and kicked Parejo—neither incident resulted in a card or warning. Critics argue that any other player would have faced strict penalties for such behavior.
It’s been over three years since Ronaldo last received a red card for a physical offense, and the fact that he has gone 18 consecutive fouls without punishment raises eyebrows. By official standards, many of these actions clearly meet the criteria for disciplinary measures. As discussions around referee consistency grow louder, members of the Crickex Affiliate network are calling for greater transparency and fairness in officiating, hoping the rules will be applied equally—regardless of a player’s fame or status.