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Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today? Al Nassr host Al Khaleej on Matchday 33 of 2024-25 Saudi Pro League

Cristiano Ronaldo has been absent from Al Nassr's recent matches, and while the team has managed solid results in the Saudi Pro League, fans are eager for his return. The key question heading into today’s clash against Al Khaleej: Will Ronaldo be in the lineup?

Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr passes the ball whilst under pressure from Houssem Aouar of Al-Ittihad during the Saudi Pro League match between Al Nassr and Al Ittihad at Al-Awwal Park on May 07, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
© Abdullah Ahmed/Getty ImagesCristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr passes the ball whilst under pressure from Houssem Aouar of Al-Ittihad during the Saudi Pro League match between Al Nassr and Al Ittihad at Al-Awwal Park on May 07, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Cristiano Ronaldo remains a key figure for an Al Nassr side that’s navigating a disappointing stretch late in the season. Currently, sitting fourth in the Saudi Pro League table, the team will face Al Khaleej with hopes of closing the gap to third place. The league title is already out of reach, with Al Ittihad having secured the championship.

After being eliminated from the AFC Champions League and falling short in the domestic title race, Ronaldo is looking to finish strong. With only a few matches remaining, Al Nassr are focused on collecting as many points as possible to finish the campaign on a high note.

Fans are eager to see their stars back on the pitch for Wednesday’s matchup. Although the season hasn’t unfolded as expected, supporters are still asking: Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today?

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Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today?

Cristiano Ronaldo is featuring in today’s clash against Al Khaleej. With most of the first-team squad available, Al Nassr will face a mid-table opponent looking to complicate their path to a top-three finish.

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The final lineup will ultimately depend on head coach Stefano Pioli’s decision, but early indications suggest Ronaldo is fit and ready to play, despite persistent transfer rumors linking him with a move abroad next season.

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Confirmed Al Nassr lineup vs Al Khaleej

Ronaldo is returning to the starting XI after missing recent games in the Saudi Pro League. He’ll be joined in attack by Sadio Mane with Otavio anchoring the midfield and without Marcelo Brozovic. John Duran will be playing alongside Cristiano in his return.

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Confirmed Al Nassr starting lineup:

  • Goalkeeper: Bento
  • Defenders: Sultan, Simakan, Al-Fatil, Boushal
  • Midfielders: Alkhaibari, Ayman, Otavio
  • Forwards: Duran, Ronaldo, Mane
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