Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr Cancels China Tour Due to Injury, Raising Concerns for Upcoming Matches

Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr, featuring star player Cristiano Ronaldo, has canceled its tour of China, including scheduled friendly matches against Shanghai Shenhua and Zheijang. The decision was attributed to an injury to Ronaldo, impacting the team’s preparations during the mid-season break.

Al Nassr expressed sadness over the cancellation, acknowledging the disappointment for Chinese football fans, particularly those eager to see Ronaldo in action. The club emphasized its commitment to completing the training camp in Shenzhen, expressing gratitude for the warm welcome from Chinese fans.

In a statement, Ronaldo conveyed his regret, stating, “I’m really sad because Al Nassr and myself have come to China to enjoy the tour. Unfortunately, I have some problems, but this is part of football and my life.”

The cancellation raises concerns about Ronaldo’s availability for upcoming matches, including the Riyadh Season Cup, a friendly tournament scheduled in early February in Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese forward may be an injury doubt for Al Nassr’s clash with Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami on February 1 and their encounter with Al Hilal a week later. Ronaldo’s absence from a potential reunion with Messi would disappoint fans anticipating the iconic matchup.

Al Nassr is set to return to competitive action on February 14 in the AFC Champions League against Al Fayha, with Ronaldo’s fitness closely monitored in the coming weeks.

Note: The extent of Ronaldo’s injury and his participation in upcoming matches will be subject to ongoing assessments and updates from Al Nassr.