The former Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is thriving at Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. His arrival in Riyadh has benefited the club off the field, with a massive growth in Instagram followers and revenues. Additionally, their current campaign is running successfully, largely credited to their Portuguese skipper.
Since moving to Saudi Arabia from Europe, Ronaldo has swiftly adjusted to his new surroundings. He currently leads the league in scoring and his family has also settled well in the country, embracing the Gulf culture. A recent sighting showed Ronaldo’s son, who is part of the club’s academy, enjoying an ATV ride.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s son enjoys riding ATV
It’s been a year since Cristiano Ronaldo made the move to the Middle East, joining the Riyadh-based club to continue his club career after a remarkable tenure in Europe. His presence has undeniably elevated the league’s global profile, leading to a substantial increase in its popularity.
Along with his father, Cristiano Jr. has joined Al-Nassr, playing for their U13 squad. Displaying remarkable skills on the field, he mirrors his father’s prowess and dons the renowned number seven jersey.
Recently, Cristiano Jr. was seen showcasing his drifting skills on an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV), enjoying off-roading and sand surfing in the Arabian deserts.
Having been a part of the youth academies at Manchester United and Juventus, Cristiano Jr. has earned high praise for his attacking prowess. His development initially started during his father’s time at Real Madrid, and he has since progressed further, currently playing in the youth team of the Saudi Pro League club.
Cristiano Ronaldo injury update
The Portuguese icon Cristiano Ronaldo has suffered a muscle injury, prompting an apology to fans as Al Nassr postponed their China tour during the mid-season break. Currently second in the league table, Al Nassr will resume their campaign in February with the AFC Champions League Round of 16 clash.
As Al-Nassr prepares for the latter half of their season, they are set to compete in the Riyadh Season Cup, featuring clubs like Al-Hilal and Inter Miami.
However, the extent of Ronaldo’s injury remains unclear, raising questions about his availability for the eagerly awaited match against Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami on February 1 at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh.
This tournament also presents an opportunity for the MLS side, which is gearing up for the kickoff of their new MLS season next month, to start their season outing on a high note.
