Excitement builds as Al Nassr prepares to take on Goa in the AFC Champions League Two. With fans in India looking forward to the match, many are curious if Cristiano Ronaldo will play.
Ronaldo has been performing well lately, providing important goals and leadership as Al Nassr competes in various tournaments. His presence often turns matches into significant events, especially during travels in Asia.
In Goa, fans are buzzing on social media about the chance to see the star player, resulting in tickets selling out quickly since the team’s visit was made public.
Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today?
Despite the hype, Cristiano Ronaldo will not participate against Goa. Head coach Jorge Jesus confirmed that Ronaldo is being rested to maintain his fitness during a busy schedule.
Cristiano Ronaldo and players of Al Nassr celebrate their victory after winning the Saudi Pro League match vs Al Ittihad. Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images
“Everyone admires Ronaldo, he has a massive fanbase,” Jesus said in a previous press conference. “For matches outside, we decided to rest Ronaldo. We need to preserve his fitness. We know that in Iraq and India, many people want to take pictures with him, so we keep him in Riyadh to be ready for the upcoming matches.”
Al-Nassr confirmed lineup vs. FC Goa
Al-Nassr arrives in India ready to showcase their talent in the AFC Champions League Two match against FC Goa, even without their key forward.
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Al-Nassr Lineup (4-2-3-1): Bento (Goalkeeper); Sultan Al-Ghannam (Captain), Ali Lajami Amri, Iñigo Martinez Berridi, Ayman Yahya; Alhassan Ghareeb, Angelo Gabriel; Marran, Camara, Wesley.