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Ronaldo misses again as Al-Nassr edge Arkadag and reach AFC Champions League Two quarters

Cristiano Ronaldo
February 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo was left out again as Al-Nassr won 1-0 against Arkadag to advance to the quarter-finals, completing a 2-0 aggregate win. The story remains framed by his recent protest over transfer backing and league governance. Jorge Jesus rotated heavily and still got the result to progress. Ronaldo’s absence follows a spell of missed games tied to complaints about support and perceived preferential treatment for rivals, with the league issuing a public warning that recruitment decisions sit with clubs under a shared financial framework.

Ronaldo Told a Manchester United Return Is Not Happening

Cristiano Ronaldo
February 2026

Ronaldo is still generating transfer noise, but a third spell at Manchester United is being ruled out while he weighs options despite being under contract at Al-Nassr until 2027. Reports frame his frustration around perceived PIF transfer-funding priorities and his response has included sitting out three games. He is back training and expected to return for the next fixture, but uncertainty around summer plans remains.

Al-Nassr Edge Arkadag 1-0 Without Ronaldo in ACL2 Last-16 First Leg

Cristiano Ronaldo
February 2026

Al-Nassr won 1-0 away to Arkadag in the first leg, taking a narrow advantage back to Saudi Arabia. Ronaldo did not play but is expected to return this weekend. Al-Hamdan scored in the 19th minute after a through ball from Ângelo. Nassr missed chances to extend the lead, including Al-Hamdan from close range and a late one-on-one miss by Ghareeb.

Cristiano Ronaldo Dropped vs Al-Ittihad as Saudi League Issues Statement on “Independence

Cristiano Ronaldo
January 2026

Ronaldo was omitted from Al-Nassr’s squad amid reports he has threatened to leave, linked to anger at PIF-facilitated moves benefiting rivals. The Saudi Pro League issued a statement asserting clubs act independently within the same financial framework, saying no individual determines decisions beyond their own club. The dispute is framed around perceived imbalance after Benzema moved from Al-Ittihad to Al-Hilal while Al-Nassr did not strengthen similarly, with Ronaldo still chasing a league title since joining.

Cristiano Ronaldo Dropped vs Al-Ittihad as Saudi League Issues Statement on “Independence”

Cristiano Ronaldo
January 2026

Ronaldo was omitted from Al-Nassr’s squad amid reports he has threatened to leave, linked to anger at PIF-facilitated moves benefiting rivals. The Saudi Pro League issued a statement asserting clubs act independently within the same financial framework, saying no individual determines decisions beyond their own club. The dispute is framed around perceived imbalance after Benzema moved from Al-Ittihad to Al-Hilal while Al-Nassr did not strengthen similarly, with Ronaldo still chasing a league title since joining.

Ronaldo Sends Title Message After Al-Nassr Edge Al-Taawoun

Cristiano Ronaldo
January 2026

Al-Nassr won 1-0 to stay in the title race and Ronaldo posted a focus message despite not scoring, with the gap to leaders Al-Hilal down to five points after 17 games. The match was decided by an own goal, with Al-Nassr controlling the game and Ronaldo emphasizing concentration and incremental progress in a social media post.

Cristiano Ronaldo Defiant After Al-Nassr Slip Behind Al-Hilal

Cristiano Ronaldo
January 2026

Al-Nassr fell four points off the top after losing 2-1 to Al Qadsiah, despite Ronaldo scoring a penalty, increasing pressure on their title chase. Ronaldo framed the slump as normal in football, urged professionalism and belief, and posted that the fight is not over, insisting Al-Nassr will keep pushing for trophies.

Joao Felix Hails Cristiano Ronaldo as “Unique” and Credits Him for Raising Standards at Al-Nassr

Joao Felix
January 2026

Joao Felix said Cristiano Ronaldo’s presence and professionalism have helped make him a better player at Al-Nassr, calling him a unique talent and a daily example. Felix pointed to Ronaldo’s work rate, dedication, and performance level at age 40 as a benchmark that lifts the squad’s professionalism and motivation, as Al-Nassr chase trophies and Felix matches Ronaldo in the Golden Boot race.

Rudiger weighs up Chelsea return as Real Madrid contract talks stall

Antonio Rudiger
December 2025

Rudiger’s Madrid deal expires at the end of next season and renewal talks, originally opened with a mutual desire to agree new terms, have been placed on hold. With no extension yet in place, Chelsea, PSG, Galatasaray and Saudi clubs are circling for a 2026 move. Negotiations were paused by mutual agreement after Rudiger suffered a muscle injury, with both club and player choosing to focus on his recovery before revisiting figures. His previous success at Chelsea, plus lucrative Saudi interest, gives him multiple options as he decides whether to stay in Spain or return to the Premier League.

Harewood hails Ronaldo as “machine” and model pro after 1,000-goal talk

Cristiano Ronaldo
December 2025

Marlon Harewood says Cristiano Ronaldo’s longevity and numbers were signposted as early as his Manchester United days, arguing that his current output at 40, plus his ambitions to reach 1,000 goals and play with Cristiano Jr, are the product of extreme professionalism. Reflecting on facing Ronaldo in England, Harewood highlighted his work ethic, physical standards and mentality, describing him as the blueprint to show young players. With titles and goals across United, Real Madrid, Juventus and Al-Nassr, he believes nobody should be surprised by Ronaldo’s sustained dominance.

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