Ronaldo arrives in Hong Kong for Saudi Super Cup
The 40-year-old former Manchester United and Real Madrid player was welcomed by fans, who braved the rain outside the Regent Hotel in hopes of catching a glimpse of their idol.
Ronaldo was accompanied by teammates including Joao Felix, who joined Al Nassr from Chelsea last month, and Senegal forward Sadio Mane.
The Saudi Super Cup, set to take place at the 40,000-capacity Hong Kong Stadium, features four teams.
Al Nassr will face Al Ittihad in the semifinals on August 19, while Al Ahli taking on Al Qadsiah the following day.
The winners of both matches will meet in the final on August 23.
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