Ronaldo’s Status Uncertain Ahead of Al-Nassr Match Against Al-Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Cristiano Ronaldo‘s availability for Al-Nassr‘s Saudi Pro League match against Al-Riyadh tonight remains uncertain. The match is scheduled to begin at Al-Awwal Park at 9 PM local time, which is 2 PM ET.

Recently, Al-Nassr has been rotating their squad. The team secured a commanding 5-0 victory in midweek AFC competition without Ronaldo, a decision some sources attribute to resting him for domestic matches. This match is crucial for Al-Nassr, who aim to maintain their unbeaten home run, while Al-Riyadh seeks to stabilize in the mid-table.

Ronaldo’s absence from the squad during Al-Nassr’s recent AFC Champions League opener against Istiklol of Tajikistan raised questions. Head coach Jorge Jesus did not include him in the lineup, claiming the decision was tactical rather than related to any injury. However, mixed signals from various outlets have left fans speculating about his participation in the upcoming match.

According to live data services, Ronaldo is marked as unavailable due to an injury, yet other regional commentators still include him in the expected starting lineup alongside teammates João Félix and Sadio Mané. The official confirmation regarding his status will likely emerge when Al-Nassr releases their team sheet about an hour before kickoff.

If Ronaldo is not listed on the team sheet, he will not play; however, if he appears, he is expected to lead the attack. Fans are anxiously awaiting the club’s announcement for clarity on this high-profile player’s status.