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Al Nassr FC

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Al Nassr enter the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League campaign carrying the weight of expectation that comes with defending a title, and the early signs suggest the club is navigating a complicated start to the new season. Ange Postecoglou takes charge of the reigning champions, with Cristiano Ronaldo continuing as the focal point of the attack after the Portuguese star's return to Riyadh following his marriage to Georgina Rodriguez.

Off the pitch, the transfer window has generated real frustration among supporters. The club has completed just one foreign signing so far, Portuguese midfielder Samu Costa, and fan anger over the limited recruitment has been widely reported. That discontent is compounded by uncertainty surrounding goalkeeper Nawaf Al Aqidi, whose contract situation remains unresolved amid reports of a potential move to Al Shabab. The club is reportedly exploring a move for AC Milan and France keeper Mike Maignan as a result, though no deal has been confirmed. Al Nassr are also said to be planning to register defenders Pinto and Inigo Martinez under the Asian quota, a tactical squad management decision that could free up foreign slots for further signings.

On the pitch, the data from last season's final standings tells a positive story: Al Nassr finished top with 86 points from 34 games, two ahead of Al Hilal. The club host Al Fateh at Al-Awwal Park on August 15 in their opening league fixture, a game that offers an early chance to set the tone for the title defence.

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Al-Nassr target Maignan amid Milan tension

Mike Maignan’s long-term future at AC Milan has been cast into significant doubt following reports of the goalkeeper’s growing frustration with the club’s current trajectory. Despite holding the captain’s armband and being a central figure at San Siro, the Frenchman is reportedly considering his options as Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr prepare a move.

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Nacho backs Ronaldo to hit 1,000 goals

Cristiano Ronaldo’s relentless pursuit of footballing history has received significant public backing from his long-time former team-mate Nacho Fernandez. The veteran defender, who also plies his trade in Saudi Arabia, believes the Portuguese superstar is destined to reach the elusive 1,000-goal milestone.

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‘If Jones can become an actor!’ - Ronaldo backed for Hollywood

Cristiano Ronaldo is being backed to make the move into Hollywood movies once his playing career comes to a close, with Mikael Silvestre telling GOAL that CR7 should have no problem cracking that industry “if Vinnie Jones can become an actor”. There is no indication that the Portuguese GOAT is ready to head for Los Angeles just yet, but a new challenge will be sought at some point in the not too distant future.

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Standings

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PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
7Al Khaleej crestAl Khaleej00000000
8Al Kholood crestAl Kholood00000000
9Al Nassr FC crestAl Nassr FC00000000
10Al Riyadh crestAl Riyadh00000000
11Al-Ettifaq crestAl-Ettifaq00000000
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