Bruno Fernandes
April 2026
Bruno Fernandes has set his goal of helping Portugal win the 2026 World Cup as a tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo, who is expected to play his final major international tournament. Fernandes emphasised Ronaldo’s legacy and motivation, while manager Roberto Martinez pointed to the veteran’s mentality as the key factor behind his longevity. Fernandes remains central to both club and country plans.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr
April 2026
Al-Nassr are reportedly considering promoting Cristiano Ronaldo Jr to the senior setup next season, which could create the chance for him to play alongside his father. This remains a report, not a confirmed club decision. The reports say the club will assess the 15-year-old’s readiness at the end of the season. Ronaldo Jr’s youth scoring numbers have fueled the hype, but the jump from academy football to senior Saudi Pro League level would still be massive.
Endrick
April 2026
Endrick admitted he has a strong affection for Manchester United because Cristiano Ronaldo played there, saying he followed Ronaldo’s career everywhere and grew up watching his United clips. The Brazilian said Ronaldo remains his idol and that Old Trafford left a mark on him because of Ronaldo’s first great rise there. The comments are likely to fuel future transfer talk, even though no move is being suggested now.
Bradley Wright-Phillips
April 2026
Former New York Red Bulls striker Bradley Wright-Phillips has warned Cristiano Ronaldo against ending his career in MLS, arguing that he may struggle to match Lionel Messi’s impact in the league and could damage his legacy by making the move. Wright-Phillips’ view is that Messi’s style and current influence at Inter Miami translate more naturally to MLS than Ronaldo’s might at this stage of his career. The warning is based on opinion rather than any confirmed Ronaldo move, but it adds to the ongoing discussion around his post-Saudi future.
Cristiano Ronaldo
April 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo said Al-Nassr are progressing well but warned that consistency will decide the title race after their 2-0 win over Al-Akhdoud. The result kept them firmly in the hunt at the top of the table. Ronaldo scored in a 2-0 win, while beIN said Al-Nassr moved five points clear at the summit with a club-record 13th straight league win. Ronaldo’s post-match comments stressed squad spirit, recovery and focus ahead of tougher upcoming fixtures.
Cristiano Ronaldo
April 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo returned from a 34-day absence in style, scoring twice in Al-Nassr’s 5-2 win over Al-Najma on the night of his 100th league appearance in Saudi Arabia. He later said it felt good to be back and stressed that the team would keep moving forward together. Ronaldo was also named Man of the Match after helping drive a comfortable win on his comeback night. ESPN’s match report shows he scored twice as Al-Nassr hit five, while his post-match message on X underlined both his personal satisfaction and his focus on the team’s next step.
Thomas Tuchel
April 2026
Thomas Tuchel rejected criticism that England rely too heavily on Harry Kane, arguing that every major national side depends on its best attacker. He compared Kane’s importance to the influence Lionel Messi has had for Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo for Portugal. Kane missed the match with a minor issue, and England again lacked a cutting edge without him. Tuchel said the absence of key players was visible in both recent friendlies and insisted the solution is not to deny Kane’s value, but to improve the team’s attacking execution around him.
Portugal
March 2026
Portugal were held to a 0-0 draw by Mexico in a flat friendly that exposed their lack of attacking edge without Cristiano Ronaldo. Roberto Martinez’s side saw more of the ball and created slightly more danger, but still failed to turn possession into goals. Reuters reported Goncalo Ramos hit the post in the first half, while Bruno Fernandes also went close after the break. Mexico almost stole the match late on through Armando Gonzalez, but neither side could find a finish in a game short on quality in both boxes.
Cristiano Ronaldo
March 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to Madeira with Georgina Rodriguez and his family for a break away from club football, revisiting the island that remains central to his identity. The trip has drawn attention online after videos showed him enjoying time with his children in relaxed surroundings. The visit reflects Ronaldo’s long-standing connection to Madeira and Funchal, where he spent his childhood before leaving for mainland Portugal. The trip has been framed as both a family holiday and a return to the place he still publicly treats as home.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva
March 2026
Portugal have named a 27-man squad for March friendlies against Mexico and the United States without Cristiano Ronaldo or Bernardo Silva. Roberto Martinez instead selected a group built around other senior regulars and younger attacking options. Portugal’s official squad list includes players such as Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Rafael Leao and Goncalo Ramos, but neither Ronaldo nor Bernardo Silva appears among the selections. The camp forms part of Portugal’s final preparation phase before the 2026 World Cup.
