Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of the Al Nassr squad for their AFC Champions League trip to Uzbekistan as head coach Ange Postecoglou opts to rotate his side. The decision comes amid wider security concerns in the region that continue to disrupt the continental tournament.
The long-standing feud between Erik ten Hag and Cristiano Ronaldo has reignited after the former Manchester United manager launched a scathing assessment of the Portuguese icon’s decline. Reflecting on their turbulent time together at Old Trafford, the Dutchman suggested that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner has been unable to perform at the highest level for several years.
The Manchester City hitman is the top-ranked footballer in SportsPro's annual rankings, with the great CR7 sliding as he enters the twilight of his glittering career
Cristiano Ronaldo looks set to return to international duty after Portugal submitted a formal request to Al-Nassr for his release ahead of the UEFA Nations League. The move signals a major turning point for the veteran forward following a recent 30-day suspension and a high-profile disagreement over playing time.
RedBird Capital Partners chief Gerry Cardinale has confirmed that his investment firm is exploring a potential takeover of Saudi Pro League giants Al Nassr. The American businessman, who already counts AC Milan - home to USMNT star Christian Pulisic - and Toulouse in his portfolio, has been linked with a move to acquire the club currently spearheaded by Cristiano Ronaldo.
Former Saudi Arabia and Al-Hilal goalkeeper Mohamed Al-Deayea has dismissed Cristiano Ronaldo's latest treble for Al-Nassr by claiming the veteran striker relies heavily on his team-mates for tap-ins. Instead, the retired shot-stopper believes fellow Portugal international Joao Felix was the true catalyst behind Thursday's 5-3 league win over Al-Kholood.
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