Fans in the stands threw their arms up in jubilant delight, leaping and cheering with childlike exuberance.
After slotting the ball home, Ronaldo sprinted along the byline toward the corner flag, igniting a wave of celebration among the nearby supporters.
"Ro~nal~do!"
"Booh~"
A roar of approval rang out—mixed with a chorus of boos from the opposing side.
The two sets of fans clashed in a battle of noise—chants, cheers, and jeers echoing around the stadium. And though City's supporters were vastly outnumbered, their voices rose with pride, refusing to be drowned out by the Wimbledon faithful.
After conceding the goal, Wimbledon grew more aggressive. True to their identity, they kept relying on long balls, but their forwards looked noticeably disheartened.
