Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo brace takes Nassr to brink of Asian CL quarters

Al Nassr captain Ronaldo had looked destined to endure a hugely frustrating game following a series of missed opportunities in the first half at Al Bayt Stadium.

AFC Champions League / Ronaldo strikes as Al Nassr thump Al Ain

The Portuguese star, without a goal in his past three appearances for the Saudi Arabian side, netted the second of the hosts' goals at Al Awwal Park in Riyadh.

Ronaldo misses penalty as Al Nassr eliminated from King’s Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo missed a stoppage-time penalty and his Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr were eliminated from the King’s Cup in a 1-0 loss to Al Taawoun.

Vinicius favourite for Ballon d'Or in post-Messi and Ronaldo era

The men's shortlist for the 2023/24 edition of the prestigious individual award is the first since 2003 to feature neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo who hoovered up the prize 13 times between them.

'Unique' Ronaldo an example to everyone, says Martinez

Martinez assured his fans that Ronaldo will be involved against Scotland.

I don't care about individual records anymore: Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo insists he is focused on being the perfect team member at Saudi side Al Nassr rather than collecting more individual accolades in the twilight of his career.

Ronaldo helps Al-Nassr deliver win in Pioli's first Asian Champions League game

Ronaldo, making his first appearance in the rebranded Asian Champions League having missed last week's 1-1 opening draw against Iraqi club Al Shorta, had a goal disallowed for a narrow offside at the beginning of the second half.

Petit softens his stance on Ronaldo’s ego

However contradictory, Petit's remarks capture the delicate balance between ego and excellence.

Ronaldo's Al Nassr appoint ex-Milan coach Pioli

His Portuguese predecessor Castro was the third coach to depart Al Nassr since Ronaldo's groundbreaking arrival in early 2023.

January 5, 2023
January 5, 2023

Ronaldo urged to highlight human rights issues in Saudi Arabia

Cristiano Ronaldo has been urged to speak out about human rights issues in Saudi Arabia after completing his big-money move to Al Nassr.

January 3, 2023
January 3, 2023

Ronaldo ready for 'new challenge' after conquering Europe

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo said his "work is done" in Europe, adding that he is relishing new challenges both on and off the pitch after being unveiled as a player of Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr on Tuesday.

January 3, 2023
January 3, 2023

Al Nassr coach Garcia hails 'extraordinary' Ronaldo signing

Al Nassr coach Rudi Garcia said the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo was a big step forward for Saudi Arabian football after the Portuguese forward arrived in Riyadh ahead of his official unveiling on Tuesday.

January 3, 2023
January 3, 2023

From F1 to CR7, oil-rich Saudi Arabia's sports shopping spree

Al Nassr's surprise capture of football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is the latest in a string of high-profile sports acquisitions by oil-rich Saudi Arabia.

January 3, 2023
January 3, 2023

'See you soon, Nassr fans': Ronaldo arrives in Saudi

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo arrived in Riyadh ahead of his grand unveiling before thousands of fans at Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr club on Tuesday, after sealing a shock move estimated at more than 200 million euros.

December 31, 2022
December 31, 2022

Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo on Friday signed for Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia, the club announced, in a deal believed to be worth more than 200 million euros.

December 28, 2022
December 28, 2022

Man Utd make bright start to life without Ronaldo

Manchester United made a positive start to life without Cristiano Ronaldo as Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial stepped out from the Portuguese's shadow to score in a 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest on Tuesday.

December 18, 2022
December 18, 2022

Is Cristiano supporting Messi in the World Cup final?

Cristiano Ronaldo is no longer at the World Cup, although that doesn't mean he no longer has an interest in who takes the new world throne, which will be decided between France and Argentina.

December 15, 2022
December 15, 2022

Famous footballers and their unbelievable car collection

Here are the top 5 international football players with the most expensive cars in their possessions.

December 13, 2022
December 13, 2022

Desert Fest: Two legends on collision course

Neymar departed in tears. The Brazil No 10 cried inconsolably, only to be lifted off the pitch as the pre-tournament favourites were knocked out on penalties by Croatia in the quarterfinals at the Education City Stadium on Friday night.