Cristiano Ronaldo is back in training with Al Nassr after agreeing to a contract extension that will keep him at the club until the end of the 2026–27 season. The star player joined his teammates this week in Austria, following a brief absence at the start of preseason, which was approved by the new head coach, Jorge Jesus.
In a positive show of team spirit, Ronaldo shared an enthusiastic message on his social media accounts: “It starts now. Eyes on the future. We are all in!” His post garnered impressive engagement, with over 2 million likes on Instagram and more than 200,000 on X within hours. Fans expressed their support for him as he embarks on his fourth season in Saudi Arabia.
Al Nassr’s preseason schedule is pivotal for the team’s preparation, as they will compete in several friendlies to hone their skills. Their first match is this Saturday against TSV St. Johann, followed by intense matchups against Toulouse, Sheffield United, and Almeria over the coming weeks. The official season opener for Al Nassr is set for August 19, where they face Al Ittihad in the semifinals of the Saudi Super Cup.
As Al Nassr gears up for the season, rival clubs in the Saudi Pro League, such as Al Hilal, are also making headlines. They’re reportedly interested in signing Alexander Isak, who has made a significant impact with Newcastle in the Premier League, scoring 62 goals in 109 matches from 2022 to 2025. The interest from other clubs suggests a competitive landscape as the teams prepare for a challenging season ahead.
This atmosphere is generating excitement among fans and could lead to an engaging season in the Saudi Pro League, highlighting the global appeal of football and the star power of players like Ronaldo.