Cristiano Ronaldo is set to light up Indian football this year as his club Al Nassr will face FC Goa in the AFC Champions League Two group stage.
The clash is already being described as one of the most awaited football nights in India, with fans eager to see Ronaldo step onto Indian soil.
The opening fixture between the two sides will be held at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda, on October 22, 2025. Known as the fortress of Goan football, the stadium is preparing for an unforgettable evening.
Fixtures: FC Goa vs Al Nassr 2025
- October 22, 2025 – FC Goa vs Al Nassr, Fatorda Stadium, Goa
- November 5, 2025 – Al Nassr vs FC Goa, Riyadh (likely at Al-Awwal Park)
The return match in Riyadh will be on November 5, 2025. While some early reports pointed to the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, multiple outlets now suggest that the game will be staged at Al Nassr’s usual home ground, Al-Awwal Park.
This fixture is part of Group D, where Goa will also face Al Zawraa (Iraq) and Istiklol (Tajikistan).
For Indian supporters, the match against Al Nassr is more than just a football tie. If Ronaldo travels with the squad, it could become a landmark moment—bringing one of the game’s greatest legends to play in front of an Indian crowd.
While kick-off times and ticketing details are yet to be finalised, the buzz is already massive. Fans across the country are expected to head to Goa, turning the Fatorda into a sea of excitement.
As the countdown to October begins, all eyes are on whether Ronaldo himself will walk out onto the pitch in Goa. If he does, it will be a night to remember—not just for FC Goa, but for Indian football history.