Cristiano Ronaldo continues to be absent from the Al Nassr squad, recently missing key matches. His absence from the AFC Champions League clash against Arkadag in Turkmenistan has raised questions among fans. Although not part of the matchday lineup, Ronaldo was spotted training in Riyadh.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Recent Absences
The Portugal international, who is now 41 years old, has skipped the last two Saudi Pro League games. These matches were against Al Riyadh and Al Ittihad. During these games, fans showed their support for Ronaldo by displaying yellow signs featuring his name and number seven.
Training in Riyadh
On Wednesday morning, Al Nassr shared a photo of Ronaldo training with his teammates in Riyadh. This came shortly after it was confirmed that he would not participate in the first leg of the last-16 match against Arkadag.
Frustration with Club Management
Ronaldo is reportedly frustrated with Al Nassr and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). Sources indicate that he is dissatisfied with the club’s lack of activity during the January transfer window. In contrast, rival team Al Hilal successfully signed former Real Madrid star Karim Benzema from Al Ittihad.
League Regulations
- The Saudi Pro League has emphasized that no individual, regardless of stature, can control decisions outside their club.
- Al Nassr is set to play their next league match against Al Fateh on Saturday.
The ongoing situation with Ronaldo remains a focal point for both fans and analysts as Al Nassr continues to navigate the competitive landscape of the Saudi Pro League.
