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Ronaldo teases about future by saying 'chapter is over' with Al-Nassr
Ronaldo teases about future by saying 'chapter is over' with Al-Nassr

Toronto Sun

time27-05-2025

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  • Toronto Sun

Ronaldo teases about future by saying 'chapter is over' with Al-Nassr

The 40-year-old joined Al-Nassr in late 2022 and his contract will expire at the end of June Published May 27, 2025 • 1 minute read Nassr's Portuguese forward #7 Cristiano Ronaldo shoots the ball during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Fateh at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh on January 26, 2025. Photo by FAYEZ NURELDINE / AFP Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Cristiano Ronaldo's time at Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr might be done. The 40-year-old Portugal striker posted a message on social media hours after the final round of the Saudi Pro League late Monday sparking speculation over the future of one of the most high-profile figures in sports. 'This chapter is over,' Ronaldo told his 115 million followers on X, above a picture of him in an Al-Nassr jersey. 'The story? Still being written. Grateful to all.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The five-time world player of the year joined Al-Nassr in late 2022 and his contract will expire at the end of June. On Saturday, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Ronaldo could play at the new-look, expanded Club World Cup starting on June 14 because of a unique transfer window created for the tournament. 'There are discussions with some clubs,' Infantino told online streamer IShowSpeed, whose YouTube channel has more than 39 million subscribers. 'So if any club is watching and is interested in hiring Ronaldo for the Club World Cup, who knows. Still a few weeks time, will be fun.' Al-Nassr, which finished in third place in the Saudi league this season, did not qualify for the Club World Cup — where Lionel Messi, Ronaldo's great rival, will be playing with Inter Miami. Ronaldo did not react on Saturday to Infantino's speculation on his social media channels. Columnists Sunshine Girls Sunshine Girls Relationships Columnists

Ronaldo hints at Saudi exit and blockbuster transfer with cryptic comment
Ronaldo hints at Saudi exit and blockbuster transfer with cryptic comment

Daily Mirror

time26-05-2025

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  • Daily Mirror

Ronaldo hints at Saudi exit and blockbuster transfer with cryptic comment

Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted he will be making a blockbuster transfer this summer (Image: UEFA) Cristiano Ronaldo appears to have confirmed his departure from Al-Nassr. Ronaldo joined the Saudi Pro League side back in January 2023 after making an acrimonious exit from Manchester United. The superstar attacker has been in fine form for Nassr, scoring 99 goals in 111 appearances in all competitions. Despite that, Ronaldo only has the 2023 Arab Club Champions Cup to show for his efforts. Nassr finished third in this season's Pro League, missing out on qualification for the Asian Champions League in the process. They were also knocked out in the semi-finals of the Champions League by Japanese side Kawasaki and were dumped out of the King Cup of Champions in the Last 16 by Al-Taawoun. Ronaldo's contract expires this summer, sparking doubts over his future in the Middle East. The 40-year-old has now poured fire on those rumours with his latest post on social media. Nassr played their final game of the season on Monday night, losing 3-2 to Al-Fateh, who finished midtable. Ronaldo had opened the scoring, but Fateh fought back to turn the game on its head. READ MORE: Sky Sports confirms major Premier League changes ahead of last day of season READ MORE: Bruno Fernandes' message from Cristiano Ronaldo sums up shocking state of Man Utd Their captain posted a photo of himself standing on the pitch ahead of the game with an eye-raising caption. That read: "This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all." FIFA president Gianni Infantino has tipped Ronaldo to play at the Club World Cup this summer despite Nassr not qualifying. The revamped tournament is set to take place in the USA this summer and as it stands Ronaldo will not be a part of it. The only Saudi Arabian representation will be from Al-Hilal. But Infantino has suggested that Ronaldo could put pen to paper with one of the clubs playing at the Club World Cup. Ronaldo scored as Al-Nassr lost their final game of the season (Image: FAYEZ NURELDINE/AFP via Getty Images) 'Ronaldo might play for one of the teams as well at the Club World Cup,' Infantino told IShowSpeed, the American YouTuber and online streamer. 'There are discussions.' He added: 'Yeah, Cristiano Ronaldo might play in the Club World Cup, yeah. There are discussions with some clubs, so if any club is watching and is interested in hiring Ronaldo for the Club World Cup…who knows, who knows.' While Infantino has backed Ronaldo to feature at the Club World Cup, the Portuguese attacker has also been tipped to make another return to former club United. Quinton Fortune has suggested that he could potentially look at buying a stake in the Red Devils. Speaking to Boyle Sports, he said: 'Could Cristiano Ronaldo be a coach? I think he could do anything he puts his mind to. We've seen it first hand during his career. At Manchester United I could see him as a part owner. "He's done incredible things in football and also financially, anything is possible because he loves the club. The club still loves him with the amazing memories he created there, if he got an opportunity behind the scenes I think he'd jump to be a part of it.' Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.

Without Ronaldo in squad, Al Nassr smashes Al Akhdoud in Saudi Pro League to break club record of biggest win
Without Ronaldo in squad, Al Nassr smashes Al Akhdoud in Saudi Pro League to break club record of biggest win

The Hindu

time12-05-2025

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  • The Hindu

Without Ronaldo in squad, Al Nassr smashes Al Akhdoud in Saudi Pro League to break club record of biggest win

With the services of Cristiano Ronaldo not available, Al Nassr comfortably defeated Al Akhdoud 9-0 in the Saudi Pro League on Monday at the Prince Hathloul bin Abdulaziz Sports City stadium. Already out of title contention, this victory helped Al Nassr climb to third place and reach 63 points from 31 matches in the league. This was also the side's biggest win in the club's history. The previous record stood at Nassr's 8-0 win against Abha Club away from home last season in the league. The match was already out of the host's reach after Nassr was leading four goals to nil at half-time. Jhon Duran scored a brace as Sadio Mane netted four. Ayman Yahya, Marcelo Brozovic, Mohammed Maran also got on the scoresheet. More to follow...

Al Nassr vs Al Ittihad LIVE streaming info, Saudi Pro League 2024-25: Where to watch Ronaldo match; Preview; Predicted lineups
Al Nassr vs Al Ittihad LIVE streaming info, Saudi Pro League 2024-25: Where to watch Ronaldo match; Preview; Predicted lineups

The Hindu

time07-05-2025

  • Sport
  • The Hindu

Al Nassr vs Al Ittihad LIVE streaming info, Saudi Pro League 2024-25: Where to watch Ronaldo match; Preview; Predicted lineups

PREVIEW Fresh from being knocked out of the AFC Champions League Elite semifinals, Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr will hope to remain in the Saudi Pro League title race when it hosts table-topper Al-Ittihad. Nassr sits in third with 60 points with Ittihad perched at the summit with 68 points. Sandwiched between them is Al-Hilal with 62 points. All three sides have played 29 matches. While the first and third-placed teams meet, Hilal faces last-placed Al-Raed. In the reverse fixture between Nassr and Ittihad back in March, the latter emerged as the winner after Steven Bergwijn netted a last-gasp goal to secure all three points for his side. LIVESTREAM AND TELECAST INFO When will the Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad Saudi Pro League 2024-25 match kick off? The Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad Saudi Pro League 2024-25 match will kick off at 11:30 PM IST on Wednesday, May 7 at the Al Awwal Park. Where to watch the Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad Saudi Pro League 2024-25 match? The Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad Saudi Pro League 2024-25 match will be telecast on the Sony Sports Network. The match will also be live-streamed on the SonyLiv app and website. PREDICTED LINEUPS Al-Nassr: Bento (gk), Ghanam, Simakan, Laporte, Boushal, Otavio, Al Hassan, Brozovic, Mane, Duran, Ronaldo Al-Ittihad: Mahasnah (gk), Yami, Al-Mousa, Pereira, Kadesh, Kante, Fabinho, Diaby, Aouar, Hernandez, Benzema

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