Ronaldo’s Ambitious Quest for Glory with Al Nassr in the 2023-2024 Season
Cristiano Ronaldo is optimistic about Al Nassr’s future in the 2022-2023 season, vowing to claim all possible titles after a disappointing campaign in the previous season. The star forward joined Al Nassr in January 2023 and is determined to lead the team to success, along with the new coach Luis Castro and several talented signings.
During the summer friendlies, Al Nassr showcased mixed results, with wins against Alverca and Farense but losses to Celta Vigo and Benfica. Ronaldo participated in these matches but did not score any goals. The team is currently preparing for further friendlies against PSG and Inter in Japan. To strengthen their squad, Al Nassr signed manager Luis Castro from Botafogo and brought in players like Marcelo Brozovic, Seko Fofana, and Alex Telles. The team is also pursuing Sadio Mane from Bayern Munich, showcasing their determination to build a competitive squad. In the upcoming season, Ronaldo and his teammates will compete in five tournaments, including the Saudi Pro League, King Cup, Arab Club Champions Cup, and the AFC Champions League play-offs. They aim to perform well and secure titles.
Having left Manchester United in November 2022, Ronaldo firmly stated that his return to European football is unlikely, as he believes the quality of European leagues, except for the Premier League, is declining. His move to Al Nassr has also paved the way for other players to join clubs in Saudi Arabia. Ronaldo’s decision to play in the Saudi Pro League has attracted other top players like Benzema, Kante, Koulibaly, Neves, Milinkovic-Savic, Mendy, and Firmino to join clubs in Arab Saudi. The league is perceived as being stronger than the MLS, where Lionel Messi is set to play for Inter Miami.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s move to Al Nassr has raised the club’s ambitions, and he is determined to lead the team to glory in the 2023-2024 season. With the support of new signings and a promising coach, Al Nassr aims to compete for multiple titles in various competitions. Ronaldo’s influence has also drawn other top players to the Saudi Pro League, elevating the league’s status in the football world.