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Cristiano Ronaldo Al Nassr return and injury status
Overview
Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to competitive action for Al Nassr, scoring his 977th career goal during a 4-0 victory over Al Riyadh in the Saudi Pro League. This followed his return to training in Riyadh after a break following the 2026 World Cup, where head coach Ange Postecoglou noted that “Ronaldo is always ready.” After missing the opening fixtures of the 2026/27 season due to post-World Cup recovery and a pelvic muscle injury, the 41-year-old entered the match as a substitute in the 62nd minute and scored in the 83rd minute.
In the third round, Al Nassr maintained a perfect record with a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Al-Ettifaq. In the fourth round, Al Nassr secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Al Taawoun, where Ronaldo scored his 978th official career goal and became Al Nassr’s all-time leading scorer in the Saudi Pro League. Following a 1-2 loss against Al Ittihad, Al Nassr secured a 2-1 victory against Abha at Al Awwal Park. Ronaldo scored a header in the 22nd minute, bringing his official career total to 979 goals and leaving him 21 shy of the 1,000-goal milestone.
In their seventh-round match, Al Nassr drew 1-1 against Al Khaleej. After Omar Mascarell put the hosts ahead in first-half stoppage time, Abdullah Al-Hamdan equalized for Al Nassr in the second half. Despite controlling 68% of possession, the result left Al Nassr in third place with 16 points. Ronaldo had a quiet outing, recording only two shots. Manager Ange Postecoglou attributed the draw to player fatigue, citing a heavy schedule of eight matches since the season's start, high humidity, and frequent travel. The club now prepares for its AFC Champions League Elite campaign, starting with a match against Al Ain in the UAE on September 15.
Entities
Al Nassr · Cristiano Ronaldo · Ange Postecoglou · Saudi Pro League · Al-Nassr
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Al Nassr is scheduled to play Al Riyadh on Friday, August 21, for the second round of the 2026/27 Saudi Pro League. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to start on the bench for Al Nassr due to physical conditioning. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Al Nassr won their opening match 3-0 against Al Fateh. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Al Nassr defeated Al Diriyah 4-1 in the King Cup. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Al Riyadh lost their first Saudi League match 4-2 to Al-Ettifaq. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Al Nassr is managed by Ange Postecoglou. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Cristiano Ronaldo may not start the match against Al Riyadh due to physical conditioning. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Sadio Mané and João Félix are available attacking options for Al Nassr. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Al Riyadh lost their Saudi League opener 4-2 against Al-Ettifaq. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ange Postecoglou is the manager of Al Nassr. diariodopara.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Brazilian goalkeeper Bento plays for Al Nassr. diariodopara.com.br
Timeline
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[SPORTS] 21 sourcesAl-Nassr draws 1-1 against Al-Khaleej in Saudi Pro League
Al-Nassr drew 1-1 with Al-Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League. Manager Ange Postecoglou cited player fatigue and a congested match schedule as key reasons for the result.
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[SPORTS] 37 sourcesAl Nassr defeats Abha 2-1 as Ronaldo nears 1,000 goals
Al Nassr defeated Abha 2-1 in the Saudi Pro League, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring his 979th career goal, moving him within 21 goals of the 1,000-goal milestone.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesCristiano Ronaldo nears 1,000 career goals milestone
Al Nassr manager Angelo Postecoglou praises Cristiano Ronaldo's motivation as the striker nears the historic milestone of 1,000 career goals.
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[SPORTS] 66 sourcesAl Nassr maintains perfect start to Saudi Pro League season
Al Nassr remains top of the Saudi Pro League after a 2-1 comeback win over Al Taawoun, featuring a decisive goal from Cristiano Ronaldo, who became the club's all-time leading league scorer.
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[SPORTS] 62 sourcesAl Nassr secures dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Al Ettifaq
Al Nassr overcame a red card and a two-goal deficit to defeat Al Ettifaq 3-2, following the halftime substitution of Cristiano Ronaldo and a brace from Sadio Mane.
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[SPORTS] 5 sourcesCristiano Ronaldo scores first goal of season for Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal of the season in Al Nassr’s 4-0 win over Al Riyadh, but faces criticism regarding his fitness and impact on the team's defensive structure.
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[SPORTS] 45 sourcesCristiano Ronaldo scores in Al Nassr's 4-0 win over Al Riyadh
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 977th career goal as Al Nassr defeated Al Riyadh 4-0, moving him within 23 goals of the 1,000-goal milestone.
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[SPORTS] 18 sourcesCristiano Ronaldo returns to Al Nassr training for new season
Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to Al Nassr training for the 2026-27 season, debuting a new look following his marriage and the World Cup. Coach Ange Postecoglou says the striker is ready for the new campaign.
Sources
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