Ronaldo linked with Saudi club as future still uncertain
2 years, 3 months ago

Ronaldo linked with Saudi club as future still uncertain

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — The noise surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo shows no sign of quietening amid widespread speculation that Saudi club Al Nassr is trying to sign the five-time Ballon d’Or winner. Representatives for Ronaldo didn’t comment on reports regarding his future, while Silva dismissed suggestions such speculation could become a distraction to Portugal in its bid to win the World Cup. Ronaldo is also demanding attention on the field after becoming the first man to score in five World Cups with his penalty in Portugal’s opening game — a 3-2 win against Ghana. It’s irrelevant who scores.” Portugal plays South Korea on Friday, needing a draw to be certain of topping Group H. ___ James Robson is at https://twitter.com/jamesalanrobson ___ AP World Cup coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/world-cup and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports

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Brazilian club sets sight on ambitious Cristiano Ronaldo move in 2026: ‘We’re already making some progress…'
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Brazilian club sets sight on ambitious Cristiano Ronaldo move in 2026: ‘We’re already making some progress…'

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to remain the star attraction for clubs across the globe, and he now has the attention of a Brazilian club. Alex Bourgeois expressed his admiration for Ronaldo and said that after signing Nani in the past, he set his sights on signing the greatest Portuguese player in 2026. Speaking to CNN, Portuguesa president Alex Bourgeois said: "Reinforcement …

Cristiano Ronaldo ready for Asian Champions League action before a milestone birthday
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo ready for Asian Champions League action before a milestone birthday

Associated Press  

Cristiano Ronaldo turns 40 on Wednesday but is showing few signs of slowing down as he prepares to lead Saudi club Al-Nassr against Al-Wasl in the Asian Football Confederation’s Champions League Elite. “The best birthday gift for Ronaldo is to achieve victory against Al-Wasl,” Al-Nassr coach Stefano Pioli said ahead of the Monday meeting. “It is an important match for …

Vinicius Jr to Saudi Arabia in record-breaking deal: Will Brazil star follow Real Madrid legends Ronaldo and Benzema?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Jr to Saudi Arabia in record-breaking deal: Will Brazil star follow Real Madrid legends Ronaldo and Benzema?

The Hindu  

According to the latest reports coming out of the world of football, Saudi Arabia is preparing a world-record bid of 300 million Euros that would see Brazilain star Vincius Jr move from Real Madrid in the 2025 summer transfer window. If Vinicius moves to Saudi, he will join the likes of Real Madrid legends like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema, …

Cristiano Ronaldo livid after two disallowed goals, expresses frustration to Piers Morgan: ‘They don’t like me…’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo livid after two disallowed goals, expresses frustration to Piers Morgan: ‘They don’t like me…’

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo continued his goal-scoring spree in the Saudi Pro League with another strike for Al Nassr on Sunday. Ronaldo scored the third goal for Al Nassr in the big win, but two of his goals were disallowed via VAR, which left him fuming after the match. We are still improving," Ronaldo told the Saudi Pro League’s official media channels. …

Ronald Araujo signs new Barcelona deal; Pedri in contract extension talks
2 months ago

Ronald Araujo signs new Barcelona deal; Pedri in contract extension talks

New York Times  

Ronald Araujo has signed a new six-and-a-half-year deal with Barcelona, while the club are negotiating with Pedri over extending his contract. Araujo’s previous deal had been due to expire in 2026 and he attracted interest from Juventus in January as his contract talks stalled, but he has now signed a new deal through to 2031. Araujo’s new contract does not …

Ronaldo taunted with Messi chants again in Saudi Arabia, but Portuguese star responds with surprising gesture
2 months ago

Ronaldo taunted with Messi chants again in Saudi Arabia, but Portuguese star responds with surprising gesture

Firstpost  

Cristiano Ronaldo once again faced ‘Messi, Messi’ chants from opposition fans during a Saudi Pro League match against Al-Taawoun. Recently, 39-year-old Ronaldo once again faced “Messi, Messi” chants during a Saudi Pro League game. Ronaldo surprises with his gesture to Messi chants Ronaldo, who now plays for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League after joining the club from Manchester United …

Cristiano Ronaldo scores his first goal of the year after converting penalty for Al-Nassr - as Sadio Mane bags a brace to wrap up 3-1 victory for Saudi giants
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo scores his first goal of the year after converting penalty for Al-Nassr - as Sadio Mane bags a brace to wrap up 3-1 victory for Saudi giants

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo opened his goalscoring account for 2025 from the penalty spot during a 3-1 win for Al-Nassr on Thursday night. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal of 2025 during a 3-1 win for Al-Nassr on Thursday The 39-year-old converted from the penalty spot during their clash against Al-Akhdoud GOOOAAAAL for Cristiano Ronaldo! 🇵🇹 Clinical from the spot 🎯 pic.twitter.com/2vPp6vr4d2 …

Cristiano Ronaldo rubbishes transfer speculation as he aims to win trophies with Al-Nassr: 'We are still improving'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo rubbishes transfer speculation as he aims to win trophies with Al-Nassr: 'We are still improving'

Firstpost  

Cristiano Ronaldo has said that he will remain at Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr and wishes to win several trophies with the club. Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted that he will not be leaving Al-Nassr in the near future and is committed to winning trophies with the Saudi Arabian club. Ronaldo joined the Saudi Pro League club in December …

Cristiano Ronaldo shuts transfer rumours with desire of winning trophy at Al-Nassr: ‘Hard to compete with Al-Hilal but…’
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo shuts transfer rumours with desire of winning trophy at Al-Nassr: ‘Hard to compete with Al-Hilal but…’

Hindustan Times  

Portugal star forward Cristiano Ronaldo has dropped a hint that he won't be leaving Al-Nassr anytime soon and is determined to win the trophy with the Saudi Pro League club. Cristiano Ronaldo in action during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. We are still improving," Ronaldo told the Saudi …

Ronaldo-less Al Nassr suffer first Asian Champions League loss
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ronaldo-less Al Nassr suffer first Asian Champions League loss

Deccan Chronicle  

Cristiano Ronaldo watched on from the stands as already-qualified Al Nassr lost for the first time in this year's Asian Champions League Elite as they were beaten 2-1 in injury time by Qatar's Al Sadd on Monday.The Portuguese star, 39, was reportedly rested for the fixture in Riyadh given the Saudi club had secured their place in the knockout stages …

Ronaldo Double Takes Al Nassr to Brink of Asian Champions League Quarters
4 months ago

Ronaldo Double Takes Al Nassr to Brink of Asian Champions League Quarters

Deccan Chronicle  

Doha: Cristiano Ronaldo struck twice for Al Nassr as they continued to thrive in the AFC Champions League Elite, with the Saudi champions defeating Al Gharafa 3-1 in Qatar on Monday. Al Nassr captain Ronaldo had looked destined to endure a hugely frustrating game following a series of missed opportunities in the first half at Al Bayt Stadium. However, the …

Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr eyes Asian glory amid revitalised Saudi Pro League campaign
4 months ago

Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr eyes Asian glory amid revitalised Saudi Pro League campaign

Associated Press  

Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of winning a first major trophy since arriving in Saudi Arabia in 2022 were given an unlikely domestic lifeline on Saturday and, on Monday, the Portuguese star can help Al-Nassr stay on course for a first Asian title. It was an honor to play against him.” Al-Nassr looked to be slipping out of the Saudi Pro League …

Cristiano Ronaldo reveals true motive behind Saudi move: Want to leave a legacy
4 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo reveals true motive behind Saudi move: Want to leave a legacy

India Today  

Portugal and Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that his primary motivation for making a shocking move to the Saudi Pro League in 2023 was to leave a lasting legacy. Ronaldo’s move to Al Nassr is widely regarded as the turning point for the Saudi Pro League’s global rise. Follow our journey as it unfolds in the Netflix docuseries, …

Revealed: What Cristiano Ronaldo's 'personal conversation' with Francis Ngannou was about ahead of the fighter's MMA return in Saudi Arabia
5 months ago

Revealed: What Cristiano Ronaldo's 'personal conversation' with Francis Ngannou was about ahead of the fighter's MMA return in Saudi Arabia

Daily Mail  

The details of Cristiano Ronaldo's 'personal conversation' with Francis Ngannou ahead of the Cameroonian's stunning MMA comeback in Saudi Arabia have been revealed. The details of the 'very personal conversation' between Saturday night's victor Francis Ngannou and Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo have been revealed Ngannou secured a first round knockout against Renan Ferreira during his PFL debut in Riyadh …

Ronaldo’s Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr fires another coach
6 months, 1 week ago

Ronaldo’s Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr fires another coach

Associated Press  

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr is looking for a new coach after firing Luis Castro on Tuesday in the second managerial change since the Portugal star’s arrival. “Al-Nassr can announce that head coach Luis Castro has left the club,” the club said on social media. “Everyone at Al-Nassr would like to thank Luis and his …

Cristiano Ronaldo diagnosed with viral infection, will miss Al Nassr's Asian Champions League opener
6 months, 1 week ago

Cristiano Ronaldo diagnosed with viral infection, will miss Al Nassr's Asian Champions League opener

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo was diagnosed on Sunday with a viral infection and will miss Al Nassr's Asian Champions League opener this week at Iraq's Al Shorta. Virus-hit Cristiano Ronaldo to miss Asian Champions League opener The Portuguese veteran is targeting Asia's top club crown to add to his long list of achievements when the competition kicks off on Monday. "Al Nassr …

Former Man United star has his contract TERMINATED in Saudi Arabia, just 12 months after joining Cristiano Ronaldo's club
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Former Man United star has his contract TERMINATED in Saudi Arabia, just 12 months after joining Cristiano Ronaldo's club

Daily Mail  

A former Manchester United defender has seen his contract at Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr terminated after just 12 months at the club. The Saudi Pro League side, which features United legend, Cristiano Ronaldo, have just got their new season underway as they look to improve on a second-place finish from last year. Defender Alex Telles will leave Saudi Arabian side …

Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for upcoming UEFA Nations League
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for upcoming UEFA Nations League

Al Jazeera  

Ronaldo, who turns 40 next February, was selected in the 25-man squad before the Nations League, beginning September 5. Cristiano Ronaldo has kept his place in the Portugal squad for next month’s UEFA Nations League games against Croatia and Scotland despite an ineffective display at Euro 2024. While veteran defender Pepe announced his retirement from football at the age of …

Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on his retirement plans as the Portugal star hints which club will be the last of his career and reveals whether he would consider going into coaching
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on his retirement plans as the Portugal star hints which club will be the last of his career and reveals whether he would consider going into coaching

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed his retirement plans to his supporters, stating that Al-Nassr will likely be the final club of his career. Ronaldo previously stated that the summer's tournament would be his final Euros, though he could still look to represent his country at the 2026 World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up on his retirement plans as he turns …

Cristiano Ronaldo reveals retirement plans - and has no intention of being a manager
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo reveals retirement plans - and has no intention of being a manager

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I don’t know if I will retire soon, in two or three …

Cristiano Ronaldo aiming to help Al-Nassr end Al-Hilal's dominance in Saudi league
7 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo aiming to help Al-Nassr end Al-Hilal's dominance in Saudi league

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo is lining up for another Saudi Pro League season with the main aim of helping Al-Nassr end the dominance of Riyadh rival Al-Hilal. Cristiano Ronaldo aiming to help Al-Nassr end Al-Hilal's dominance in Saudi league Ronaldo signed for Al-Nassr in December 2022 and has yet to win a domestic trophy with the club. “I'm feeling a lot of …

Inside Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr crisis: Big-name team-mates want out, right-hand man Ricky Regufe can't build a champion team... and results are hurting the £175m-a-year star
7 months ago

Inside Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr crisis: Big-name team-mates want out, right-hand man Ricky Regufe can't build a champion team... and results are hurting the £175m-a-year star

Daily Mail  

When Cristiano Ronaldo prodded home the opener in the Saudi Super Cup final on Saturday, wheeling away to the corner flag to perform his signature celebration, he must have felt he was on course to lift his second trophy with Al-Nassr. Poor results and a disappointing lack of silverware is hurting Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr The Portuguese superstar fumed at …

Cristiano Ronaldo fumes at his team-mates for 'sleeping' and storms down the tunnel WITHOUT collecting his silver medal as Al-Nassr collapse to a 4-1 defeat in the Saudi Super Cup final
7 months, 1 week ago

Cristiano Ronaldo fumes at his team-mates for 'sleeping' and storms down the tunnel WITHOUT collecting his silver medal as Al-Nassr collapse to a 4-1 defeat in the Saudi Super Cup final

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo stormed out of the Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Stadium without collecting his silver medal after his Al-Nassr side were thrashed 4-1 in Saturday's Saudi Super Cup final. Ronaldo scored his first goal of the season in Wednesday's 2-0 Super Cup semi-final win over Al-Taawoun and found the net again just before half-time to fire Al-Nassr 1-0 up …

Richarlison rejects move to Saudi Arabia
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Richarlison rejects move to Saudi Arabia

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison has made his intentions …

Cristiano Ronaldo is out of control and exposes Roberto Martinez’s familiar mistake
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo is out of control and exposes Roberto Martinez’s familiar mistake

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Roberto Martinez won an army of admirers for …

Overstaying maybe, but Ronaldo feels a fresh surge of love
9 months ago

Overstaying maybe, but Ronaldo feels a fresh surge of love

Hindustan Times  

If modern sport fandom is about being ranged against or utterly for, Cristiano Ronaldo would have left his legion of fans confused. In the first game against Czech Republic, 21-year-old Francisco Conceicao saved the blushes with an added time winner barely two minutes after coming on, but it was the joyous embrace with Ronaldo — he was his father Sergio’s …

Portugal face familiar Cristiano Ronaldo questions which will define their Euro 2024 journey
9 months, 1 week ago

Portugal face familiar Cristiano Ronaldo questions which will define their Euro 2024 journey

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. There are other ways of illustrating Ronaldo’s age, of course: Francisco Conceicao, …

Arsenal legend insists Cristiano Ronaldo should be BENCHED for the start of Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign... as he delivers scathing review of the Saudi Pro League
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Arsenal legend insists Cristiano Ronaldo should be BENCHED for the start of Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign... as he delivers scathing review of the Saudi Pro League

Daily Mail  

An Arsenal legend has claimed that Roberto Martinez should not pick Cristiano Ronaldo in the opening rounds of Portugal's Euro 2024 campaign. He has endured another excellent season finishing as the Saudi Pro League's top goal scorer, with a whopping 35 goals in 31 appearances, but was unable to guide his side to win the league. Cristiano Ronaldo has enjoyed …

Real Madrid legend joins Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia... just days after the LaLiga giants won their 15th Champions League title
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid legend joins Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia... just days after the LaLiga giants won their 15th Champions League title

Daily Mail  

Ronaldo has reportedly been contacting former team-mates asking them to join A Real Madrid legend has signed a deal to join Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. A Real Madrid legend has joined Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia Fernando Hierro, who played for Madrid from 1989 to 2003, has joined as sporting director 🎬 The …

Cristiano Ronaldo 'reaches out to TWO former Real Madrid team-mates in bid to persuade them to join him at Al-Nassr'... as the forward looks to help his side's Saudi Pro League fortunes
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo 'reaches out to TWO former Real Madrid team-mates in bid to persuade them to join him at Al-Nassr'... as the forward looks to help his side's Saudi Pro League fortunes

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has reached out to two of his former team-mates in a bid to convince them to join him at Al-Nassr, according to a report. The forward has struggled for on-field success since moving to the Saudi Pro League 18 months ago, failing to win a major trophy despite enjoying the luxuries of off-field life in the Middle East. …

Cristiano Ronaldo is 'trying to convince his former Man United and Real Madrid team-mate Casemiro to join him at Al-Nassr' as he seeks to close the gap to Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo is 'trying to convince his former Man United and Real Madrid team-mate Casemiro to join him at Al-Nassr' as he seeks to close the gap to Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo wants to bring in some former Real Madrid team-mates to close the gap between Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal. Al-Hilal ran away with the league this season and left Ronaldo in tears after beating Al-Nassr on penalties in Friday's King Cup of Champions final. Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly wants to bring in former team-mates to help his side next year Ronaldo …

Cristiano Ronaldo 'wants Bruno Fernandes to join him at Al-Nassr' as the Man United captain is linked with a '£90m move to Saudi Arabia'
10 months, 1 week ago

Cristiano Ronaldo 'wants Bruno Fernandes to join him at Al-Nassr' as the Man United captain is linked with a '£90m move to Saudi Arabia'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo is keen to see Bruno Fernandes leave Manchester United and join him in Saudi Arabia at Al-Nassr at the end of the season, according to reports. Now, it has been revealed Ronaldo is desperate to see Fernandes join him in the Middle East after Al-Nassr made the United star their top transfer target, as reported by The Mirror. …

Cristiano Ronaldo looks set to miss out on silverware AGAIN but how have Al-Hilal crashed his Saudi Pro League party? Jorge Jesus' side are STILL unbeaten and sit 12 points clear at the top - and all
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo looks set to miss out on silverware AGAIN but how have Al-Hilal crashed his Saudi Pro League party? Jorge Jesus' side are STILL unbeaten and sit 12 points clear at the top - and all

Daily Mail  

Is it really a problem to have ONE Premier League game move to the USA? podcast Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr side may not be able to catch Al-Hilal this season Former Al-Nassr manager Rudi Garcia once likened Cristiano Ronaldo's lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League to Pele's transfer to New York Cosmos in 1975. Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr look set to …

Cristiano Ronaldo is past his 'peak', claims his Portugal team-mate Joao Cancelo, who explains why the team 'DON'T depend entirely' on the veteran forward ahead of Sweden clash
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo is past his 'peak', claims his Portugal team-mate Joao Cancelo, who explains why the team 'DON'T depend entirely' on the veteran forward ahead of Sweden clash

Daily Mail  

Joao Cancelo has raised eyebrows by claiming Portugal team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo is beyond his 'peak' as a footballer and that the team 'don't depend entirely on him'. Portugal are preparing for two friendlies against Sweden and Slovenia this week, though Al-Nassr star Ronaldo won't feature in the former game despite being named by boss Roberto Martinez in his 32-man squad. …

Ronaldo’s return boosts Al-Nassr’s maiden Asian Champions League title hopes
1 year ago

Ronaldo’s return boosts Al-Nassr’s maiden Asian Champions League title hopes

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo returns from suspension on Monday to try and save Al-Nassr’s season and guide the Saudi Arabian team closer to a first ever Asian Champions League title. “The fact is that we are conceding too many goals and the problem is not organizational but due to individual mistakes.” “The league result will not affect our game in the Asian …

Cristiano Ronaldo handed one-game ban for reacting to Lionel Messi chants with obscene gesture towards fans in Saudi Arabia
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo handed one-game ban for reacting to Lionel Messi chants with obscene gesture towards fans in Saudi Arabia

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for one match by Saudi soccer chiefs after appearing to make an obscene gesture at the end of Al Nassr's recent win over Al Shabab. Ronaldo was reportedly summoned by Saudi Pro League chiefs to explain the gesture he made towards supporters who were chanting great rival Lionel Messi's name towards him after Sunday's game. …

Lewd on-field gesture lands Cristiano Ronaldo in the soup, handed one match suspension
1 year ago

Lewd on-field gesture lands Cristiano Ronaldo in the soup, handed one match suspension

India TV News  

The Disciplinary and Ethics Committee of the Saudi Football Federation has suspended Cristiano Ronaldo for one match after he appeared to make a lewd gesture on the pitch during a Saudi Pro League fixture between Al Nassr and Al Shabab. In a video that has taken social media by storm, Ronaldo can be seen cupping his left ear before pumping …

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks his silence on his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans that has caused anger in Saudi Arabia... 'as he faces a ban of at least two games and a fine'
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks his silence on his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans that has caused anger in Saudi Arabia... 'as he faces a ban of at least two games and a fine'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence on his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans while celebrating Al-Nassr's 3-2 victory amid outcry against the forward. Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence on the obscene gesture he made to Al-Shabab fans Ronaldo appeared to make a the obscene gesture following Al-Nassr's win over Al-Shabab after the home fans taunted him with 'Messi' chants …

Cristiano Ronaldo 'must explain his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans to Saudi Pro League committee'... and could face 'AT LEAST a two-game ban alongside fine'
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo 'must explain his obscene gesture towards Al-Shabab fans to Saudi Pro League committee'... and could face 'AT LEAST a two-game ban alongside fine'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo will reportedly have to explain himself to the Saudi Pro League Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly been summoned by Saudi Pro League chiefs to explain a seemingly obscene gesture he made towards Al-Shabab fans. Cristiano Ronaldo will reportedly have to appear before the Saudi Pro League's disciplinary committee to explain a seemingly obscene gesture he made Ronaldo appeared to …

Cristiano Ronaldo to Receive 'Harsh' Punishment From Saudi FA for Obscene Celebration After Messi Chants: Report
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo to Receive 'Harsh' Punishment From Saudi FA for Obscene Celebration After Messi Chants: Report

News 18  

The rules are above none. Well, Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo might be about to realise the same shortly, as the Saudi Pro League is reportedly set to fine the Al Nassr forward for his actions from Sunday night. Ronaldo was the centre of all headlines to do with the Saudi Pro League, after his obscene celebrations in front of opposition …

Cristiano Ronaldo makes obscene gesture at rival fans after ‘Messi’ taunts
1 year, 1 month ago

Cristiano Ronaldo makes obscene gesture at rival fans after ‘Messi’ taunts

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cristiano Ronaldo faced a flurry of criticism after …

Cristiano Ronaldo eased my concerns about Man United star, reveals Rio Ferdinand... as he claims he was told the Red Devils man would 'work hard and make himself better'
1 year, 1 month ago

Cristiano Ronaldo eased my concerns about Man United star, reveals Rio Ferdinand... as he claims he was told the Red Devils man would 'work hard and make himself better'

Daily Mail  

Rio Ferdinand has revealed Cristiano Ronaldo told him not to worry about one Man United star who he had concerns about. Rio Ferdinand has revealed Cristiano Ronaldo told him not to worry about a Man United star Ferdinand claimed he was previously left unconvinced by the performances of this player The ex-defender was concerned about Diogo Dalot, but Ronaldo told …

Ronaldo to miss reunion with Messi after being ruled out of Al-Nassr’s friendly with Inter Miami
1 year, 1 month ago

Ronaldo to miss reunion with Messi after being ruled out of Al-Nassr’s friendly with Inter Miami

Associated Press  

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Cristiano Ronaldo will miss the chance of a much anticipated reunion with Lionel Messi because of an injury, Al-Nassr coach Luis Castro said Wednesday. Ronaldo is recovering from a reported calf injury and will not be fit in time to play in the exhibition match between Al-Nassr and Inter Miami in Riyadh on Thursday. Messi and …

Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘Saudi league is better than Ligue 1’
1 year, 2 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘Saudi league is better than Ligue 1’

New York Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo believes the Saudi Pro League has overtaken France’s Ligue 1. In the past year, the Saudi top division has enjoyed significant investment, with several high-profile players including Neymar, Riyad Mahrez, Sadio Mane, and Fabinho leaving clubs in Europe to move to the Middle East. The 38-year-old forward joined Saudi side Al Nassr in January 2023 and now believes …

Ronaldo and Neymar brought global attention to Saudi league. Now the focus turns to national team
1 year, 2 months ago

Ronaldo and Neymar brought global attention to Saudi league. Now the focus turns to national team

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Roberto Mancini has won major titles with Italy, Inter Milan and Manchester City. We know there are many top national teams in this tournament, and we want to do our best job,” Mancini said on the eve of Saudi Arabia’s opening Group F game against Oman on Tuesday. “For Italy during the Euros, we were only the …

Cristiano Ronaldo's first year in Saudi Arabia has seen bucketloads of goals and glamour as he and Georgina Rodriguez have become the Gulf's power couple... now silverware for Al-Nassr must follow
1 year, 2 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's first year in Saudi Arabia has seen bucketloads of goals and glamour as he and Georgina Rodriguez have become the Gulf's power couple... now silverware for Al-Nassr must follow

Daily Mail  

It's one year since Cristiano Ronaldo touched down in Saudi Arabia and the football world shifted on its axis. Cristiano Ronaldo was unveiled as an Al-Nassr player one year ago as he moved to Saudi Arabia following his acrimonious exit from Manchester United The star's first year in Saudi football has seen him score 43 goals in 49 appearances Ronaldo's …

Cristiano Ronaldo convinced me to move to Al-Nassr, says Alex Telles
1 year, 4 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo convinced me to move to Al-Nassr, says Alex Telles

The Hindu  

A chat with Cristiano Ronaldo helped convince Brazilian full back Alex Telles to leave Manchester United and join up with the Portuguese star at Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. Telles, who won the Europa League last season while on loan at Sevilla, signed a contract until 2025 with Al-Nassr in July. ‭‭”When Al-Nassr talked to me the first time, …

Less than a year after Ronaldo career seemed in crisis, Portugal on the brink of reaching Euro 2024
1 year, 5 months ago

Less than a year after Ronaldo career seemed in crisis, Portugal on the brink of reaching Euro 2024

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Cristiano Ronaldo is on the brink of leading Portugal to another major soccer tournament less than a year after his international career appeared to be over. PSG’s loss to Newcastle also raises questions about its credentials to finally win the Champions League — European club soccer’s biggest trophy and one that Mbappe craves. SPAIN’S WONDERKID Barcelona teenager …

All praise for Ronaldo: Mourinho keeps Saudi Arabia options open, praises Cristiano move
1 year, 5 months ago

All praise for Ronaldo: Mourinho keeps Saudi Arabia options open, praises Cristiano move

The Hindu  

Roma coach Jose Mourinho said he fully expects to work in Saudi Arabia one day, after his compatriot, Cristiano Ronaldo, led the way by joining Al-Nassr, with a stream of players subsequently signing for Saudi Pro League teams. The former Chelsea coach said, “I will go to Saudi Arabia in some free time, but I am convinced that I will …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic DESTROYS Cristiano Ronaldo and other stars for Saudi Arabia move
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Zlatan Ibrahimovic DESTROYS Cristiano Ronaldo and other stars for Saudi Arabia move

Daily Mail  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has torn into some of the world's biggest stars - including Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and Karim Benzema - for moving to Saudi Arabia to play football as he insists money is not everything. The likes of Ronaldo alongside Sadio Mane, Riyad Mahrez and Fabinho joined the Saudi league and took on lucrative money, with reports suggesting Brazil star …

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