Al-Nassr FC: Cristiano Ronaldo's return date to Riyadh revealed

World 12 March 2026 at 06:59

Mohamed Rek

News Editor

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo (40 years old) is working hard to get back into action after suffering a hamstring injury. The forward is currently following a rehabilitation program in the Spanish capital, Madrid, aiming to speed up his return to the pitch.

Cristiano Ronaldo expected in Riyadh after the international break

According to sources cited by the Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper, the former Real Madrid and Manchester United star is set to return to Riyadh at the end of the international break.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner is expected to join Al-Nassr's training sessions to prepare for the clash against Al-Najma SC, scheduled for April 3, as part of the Saudi Pro League campaign.

Meanwhile, Al-Nassr's coaching staff, led by Portuguese manager Jorge Jesus, has decided to grant the first-team players six days off after the game against Al-Khaleej FC, due to the international break linked to the FIFA matchdays.

Nicknamed "Al-Alami," Al-Nassr currently tops the Saudi Pro League standings with 64 points from 25 matches, holding a two-point lead over their closest rivals, Al-Ahli Saudi FC.

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