Ange Postecoglou was named the new coach of Saudi Pro League champion Al-Nassr on a two-year deal on Friday. The Australian steps into one of the highest profile roles in Asian soccer, inheriting a squad led by superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – MAY 21: Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with the Saudi Pro League Trophy…
Doubts have been cast over whether a stunning GOAT union could take place in the United States with time running out on Cristiano Ronaldo joining eternal rival Lionel Messi in MLS. Philippe Senderos has told GOAL that two all-time greats remain on “different paths”, but the American game is being backed to create its own…
Al-Nassr launched an ambitious approach for Pep Guardiola prior to the manager’s newly confirmed announcement that he will officially step down from Manchester City at the end of the season. The pursuit by the Saudi Pro League champions opens up the sensational possibility of a historic tactical partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo. Saudi Giants Approached Departing…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace in Al Nassr’s 4-1 victory over Damac on Thursday earned the Portuguese star his first Saudi Pro League title since making the move to the club in January 2023. Ronaldo has now won top-flight domestic league titles in four different countries across two continents: England, Spain, Italy and Saudi Arabia. The triumph…
Mexico international and Al-Qadsiah star Julian Quiñones has pulled off a stunning upset by claiming the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot. The forward surged to the top of the leader-board in a dramatic final-day push, beating out Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Ahli’s Ivan Toney in a thrilling race for the award. Al-Qadsiah star clinches…
Robert Lewandowski is moving closer to a sensational exit from Barcelona as interest from the Saudi Pro League intensifies. The veteran striker is reportedly on the verge of accepting a life-changing financial package to head to the Middle East this summer. The future of Lewandowski at the Nou Camp is under serious scrutiny following reports…
Cristiano Ronaldo was left visibly distraught on the Al-Nassr bench after a catastrophic late error from goalkeeper Bento denied the club their first Saudi Pro League title in seven years. The Portuguese superstar had been substituted late on against Al-Hilal and could only watch in horror as victory was snatched away in the dying seconds….
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 100th Saudi Pro League goal on Thursday as Al-Nassr beat Al-Shabab 4-2 to move five points clear at the top of the table. The 41-year-old forward converted a Sadio Mané cross at the near post with 15 minutes remaining to record the 971st goal of his career. It was also his…
Ivan Toney has launched a sensational attack on the integrity of the Saudi Pro League, suggesting that officials are biased toward Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr. The England international was left fuming after his Al-Ahli side were held to a 1-1 draw by Al-Fayha, a result that severely dents their title aspirations. Toney questions refereeing integrity…
Al-Nassr have been rocked by the news that captain Cristiano Ronaldo has sustained a significant muscle injury following their recent Saudi Pro League outing. The veteran forward was forced off late in the game during his side’s victory over Al-Fayha, leaving the pitch in visible discomfort. The timing of the setback is particularly sensitive given…
