Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, forward for Al-Nassr’s first football team, joined
his team’s training camp in Marbella, Spain, on Saturday.
The football legend missed Al-Nassr’s earlier camp, which began on July 7 in the Algarve region
of Portugal and lasted until the end of the month. He was on vacation following his participation in
Euro 2024, where his national team was eliminated in the quarter-finals by France.
According to previous reports, the Portuguese star was expected to join his team’s preparations at
the beginning of August. Ronaldo is set to participate in the morning training session on Sunday, as his arrival
coincided with the absence of an evening session, according to the schedule set by the team’s Portuguese coach, Luís Castro.
Al-Nassr is scheduled to play a friendly match against Spanish side Granada on August 4, and will conclude
their preparatory camp with a game against Almería on August 8. Following the friendly against
Almería, Al-Nassr will return directly to Abha, Saudi Arabia, to face Al-Taawoun in the semi-finals of
the Super Cup on August 14, without stopping in Riyadh.
Team Backgrounds
Al-Nassr:
Founded in 1955, Al-Nassr is one of the most successful football clubs in Saudi Arabia. Based in Riyadh, the team
has won numerous Saudi Professional League titles and is known for its passionate fanbase and strong performances in
domestic and international competitions. The addition of Cristiano Ronaldo has added significant star power and attention to the team.
Granada:
Granada Club de Fútbol, commonly known as Granada, is a Spanish football club based in the city of Granada, Andalusia.
Founded in 1931, the club has had a varied history, experiencing both highs and lows in Spanish football.
Known for their red and white striped jerseys, Granada has a loyal fanbase and has made several appearances in
La Liga, Spain’s top football division.
This pre-season period is crucial for both teams as they fine-tune their strategies and integrate new
players into their squads, gearing up for their respective league competitions.
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