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Al Nassr v Gamba Osaka: AFC Champions League 2

Ronaldo & Toney lead nominees for Saudi Pro League Player of the Season

The Saudi Pro League have officially unveiled the five-man shortlist for the prestigious 2025-26 Player of the Season award. As a dramatic title race between Al Nassr and Al Hilal reaches its climax on the final day, Cristiano Ronaldo and Ivan Toney headline the nominations alongside Joao Felix, Julian Quinones, and Ruben Neves in a competitive year.

How Messi & Ronaldo influenced Lewandowski's Barcelona exit

Robert Lewandowski is set to call time on his Barcelona career this summer, with the veteran striker determined to find a club where he remains the undisputed main man. The Polish icon has seen his minutes restricted at Camp Nou this season and is now looking to follow the blueprint laid out by the game’s greatest ever players.

📽️ | Angry Ronaldo refuses to pick up runner-up medal

Cristiano Ronaldo was unable to hide his fury on Saturday night as he sensationally snubbed the post-match trophy ceremony following Al-Nassr's AFC Champions League Two final defeat. The Portuguese superstar headed straight for the exit while his team-mates remained on the pitch to acknowledge their second-place finish and collect the runner-up medal.

Ronaldo heartbroken as Al-Nassr lose final

Cristiano Ronaldo’s quest for further silverware with Al-Nassr ended in bitter disappointment on Saturday evening. The Saudi giants were stunned on home soil as Japanese side Gamba Osaka claimed a narrow victory to secure the AFC Champions League Two title.

Champagne & extra training! How CR7 celebrated Ballon d’Or win

Cristiano Ronaldo's relentless drive to be the best is the stuff of legend, but new details have emerged showing just how extreme his dedication was during his time at Real Madrid. While most players would spend a night partying after being crowned the best in the world, the Portuguese superstar had a very different approach to handling his success.

‘Very complementary’ - Why Ronaldo & Messi in MLS could work

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi would be “very complementary” in the same team, Rene Meulensteen has told GOAL, with CR7 being backed for a move to MLS Cup winners Inter Miami if he lands the Saudi Pro League title with Al-Nassr. The Portuguese GOAT is closing in on another crown in the Middle East, which could lead to him exploring future options elsewhere.

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Move over Ronaldo! Fernandes makes Utd history with POTY win

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has secured a record-breaking fifth Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award following an exceptional individual campaign. The Portuguese playmaker has now surpassed the tallies of club legends Cristiano Ronaldo and David de Gea, cementing his status as one of the most consistent performers in the club's modern history.

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Can Mourinho deliver ‘second miracle’ with Ronaldo return?

Former Valencia and Barcelona star Gaizka Mendieta has weighed in on the prospect of Cristiano Ronaldo returning to Real Madrid following Jose Mourinho’s sensational reappointment. While a reunion between the iconic Portuguese duo would represent a "second miracle" for the club, Mendieta suggests that the veteran forward’s future remains firmly in Saudi Arabia.

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Fernandes sets ambitious Ronaldo & Rooney-related targets

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has declared his ambition to replicate the trophy-laden careers of club legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney. Speaking after being named the Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year, the Portuguese playmaker admitted that his passionate and often transparent emotional style is a fundamental part of his leadership at Old Trafford.

Video: Vingada tells Koora (Part 2 of 2) that even the world's best coach would struggle to succeed with the Saudi national team

Martinez insists Ronaldo's 'level hasn't dropped' since Al-Nassr move

Roberto Martinez has dismissed any suggestion that Cristiano Ronaldo's move to the Saudi Pro League has diminished his effectiveness on the international stage. Following a scouting mission to Riyadh, the Portugal head coach expressed his admiration for the veteran striker’s enduring hunger and physical condition as he prepares for another World Cup.

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Mbappe opens up on 'wonderful relationship' with Ronaldo

Kylian Mbappe has opened up on his close bond with Cristiano Ronaldo, describing the Real Madrid legend as a genuine friend who has provided vital support during his transition to life in the Spanish capital. Despite facing heavy criticism for his recent form, the Frenchman remains grateful for the guidance offered by his childhood hero.

📽️ | CR7 slouches on bench in disbelief after Al-Nassr 'keeper gaffe

Cristiano Ronaldo was left visibly distraught on the Al-Nassr bench after a catastrophic late error from goalkeeper Bento denied the club their first Saudi Pro League title in seven years. The Portuguese superstar had been substituted late on against Al-Hilal and could only watch in horror as victory was snatched away in the dying seconds.

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Top 15 best goals in FIFA World Cup finals history

The World Cup has been the home of some of the very best players in football's history so it is little surprise that the subject of the best goal at the tournament is so hotly debated. Diego Maradona, Pele, and even Benjamin Pavard would put forward their own arguments for the prize, but which of them come out on top, if any?! GOAL guides you through the 15 best goals in the World Cup finals.

€400m transfer package required for Mbappe as he enters CR7 & Messi bracket

Kylian Mbappe’s dream move to Real Madrid has quickly hit a rocky patch, leading to intense speculation regarding his long-term future in the Spanish capital. Finance experts have now revealed the eye-watering figures required to sign the Frenchman, suggesting only a few destinations on earth could facilitate such a deal.

Portugal v Slovenia: Round of 16 - UEFA EURO 2024

World Cup record in sight for 42-year-old - could CR7 break it?

Sebastian Soria is on the verge of making World Cup history as the Qatar veteran has been named in Julen Lopetegui's preliminary squad for the 2026 tournament. At 42 years old, the forward is poised to eclipse the long-standing record held by Cameroon icon Roger Milla as the oldest outfield player to ever grace the competition, opening the door for Cristiano Ronaldo.

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