Cristiano Ronaldo: Al Nassr Striker Sends Message to Fans After Departing Lagos
- Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al Nassr teammates have left Lagos, Portugal, after a triumphant 4-0 friendly win over Rio Ave
- The squad have now landed in Hong Kong, greeted by and were fans outside the Regent Hotel eager to see the 40-year-old legend
- Ronaldo's contract with the Saudi club runs until the summer of 2027, but now he will focus on winning titles next season
Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al Nassr teammates have bid farewell to Lagos, Portugal, after successful preseason activities.
The squad arrived in Hong Kong to continue their preparations for the upcoming 2025-2026 football season.
During their time in Lagos, Portugal, Al Nassr engaged in a friendly match against Rio Ave at Estadio do Algarve, resulting in a 4-0 victory.
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Cristiano Ronaldo was a standout as he netted a hat-trick that included a penalty, a clinical finish, and a header.
The team's focused on building fitness, cohesion and tactical discipline as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.
Ronaldo’s arrival in Hong Kong sparked a frenzy among fans, with crowds gathering outside the Regent Arena to catch a glimpse of the five-time Ballon d'Or winner, per Saudi Gazette.
He shared a photo of himself and added an emoji depicting 'bye'.
The 40-year-old striker recently signed a two-year contract extension with Al Nassr until June 2027, as he continues to defy the odds.
Meanwhile, fans have taken to the comment section of the post on X to react.
@VivaGoat said:
"Good evening GOAT, I hope you’re enjoying ur time at Hong Kong. Congrats on ur marriage from Georgina I wish u a happy life in ur next chapter.
"I just wanted to say that this season is ours and it’s our time to shine, after the Nations League everything went successful in an unexpected way, so just focus on ur next footstep and take it easy with ur new life.
"I know that taking a huge step like marriage is overwhelming but everything will go better than what u’ll expect I promise, best of luck and have a nice day."
@Mithileshdhar posited:
"Cristiano Ronaldo simply can’t match Lionel Messi’s skill, dedication, and talent. Ronaldo is a hero made by social media, while Messi is the real hero."
@101_philosopher said:
"To watch Ronaldo play is to witness excellence in motion, a player whose legacy transcends trophies, records, and accolades, solidifying him as one of the best ever to grace the game."
@Jagdishmeena554 wrote:
"Don’t let small obstacles be in the way of being victorious. Remember you are stronger than the challenges you face."
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Ronaldo proposes to Georgina
Legit.ng earlier reported that Argentine beauty Georgina Rodriguez announced that she and Cristiano Ronaldo are officially engaged and set to marry soon after nine years together.
Ronaldo met the Argentine model at a Gucci store in Madrid in 2016 during his time with the Spanish club and has been dating her since that time.
She confirmed in an Instagram post that she and the five-time Ballon d'Or winner are officially engaged after nine years of dating.
Source: Legit.ng
