Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo Scores For Al-Nassr In First Game Since 2026 World Cup

· FOX Sports

It didn't take long for Cristiano Ronaldo to return to his goalscoring ways with Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.

Ronaldo on Friday made his first appearance for Al-Nassr since the 2026 FIFA World Cup and scored in the 83rd minute, just 22 minutes after coming on as a substitute. Ronaldo skillfully shielded the ball upon receiving a pass from Ayman Yahya from the right wing and scored with his left foot.

This marks Ronaldo's first goal of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League campaign and his 977th career goal. Al-Nassr opened the Saudi Pro League season with a 3-0 win over Al Fateh on Saturday, August 15th and currently sit at the top of the table. Al-Nassr won the Saudi Pro League last season, ending Ronaldo's five-year stretch without a major club trophy.

Ronaldo is expected to retire at the end of the season, stating last week that this was "probably my last year of football." Ronaldo's contract with Al-Nassr expires June 2027.

share


recommended

  1. Top 100 Players In The 2026 FIFA World Cup, Ranked

    How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Scores for Every Match

    Portugal World Cup 2026 Schedule: Locations, Dates, Times

  2. Tracking Every Cristiano Ronaldo Goal At The 2026 World Cup

    Will Lionel Messi Or Cristiano Ronaldo Play In The 2030 World Cup?: 'Too Much Demand'

    Where To Find Cristiano Ronaldo And Portugal's Stars After The 2026 World Cup

  3. From Messi To Ronaldo, The 2026 World Cup Marked The End Of A Legendary Era

    Here's To The Best World Cup Of All Time. The Memories Will Live Forever.

    2026 World Cup Bracket: A Full Look At The Round Of 16 Matchups

Item 1 of 3