Al Nassr return to AFC Champions League Two action tonight as they face Arkadag in the first leg of their Round of 16 clash — but fans hoping to see Cristiano Ronaldo on the pitch will be disappointed.
Will Cristiano Ronaldo Play vs Arkadag?
No. Cristiano Ronaldo will not feature in Al Nassr’s match against Arkadag.
Although Ronaldo trained with the squad in the buildup to the game and is reportedly fit, manager Jorge Jesus has decided to rest him — along with several other key players — for the trip to Turkmenistan.
Ronaldo was not included in the squad that traveled for the match, effectively ruling him out of the Round of 16 first leg.
Why Is Ronaldo Not Playing?
There has been speculation surrounding Ronaldo’s recent absence after he missed two consecutive Saudi Pro League matches. Reports previously suggested tensions over decisions made by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), though for this specific fixture, his omission appears to be a managerial rotation decision.
Al Nassr have frequently rotated their squad in AFC Champions League Two matches this season, and Ronaldo has not featured in the competition so far.
When Did Ronaldo Last Play?
Ronaldo’s most recent appearance for Al Nassr came on January 30, 2026, in a 3-0 away win against Al Kholood, where he scored.
Despite missing recent games, the Portuguese star remains Al Nassr’s top scorer in the Saudi Pro League this season.
When Will Ronaldo Play Next?
According to reports from Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo is expected to return this weekend when Al Nassr face Al Fateh FC in league action.
Match Context
Al Nassr enter the clash against Arkadag as heavy favorites, thanks to their depth and star power. However, with several high-profile players rested, the team will rely on squad rotation options to secure a positive result in the first leg.
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