Karim Benzema, Saudi Pro League and Cristiano Ronaldo
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The five-time Ballon d’Or winner sat out against Al-Riyadh.
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Report: Cristiano Ronaldo was blocking Saudi Pro League domino effect involving Karim Benzema and N’Golo Kanté
Cristiano Ronaldo has found himself at the center of controversy, as the Portuguese star is reportedly blocking a domino effect in the Saudi Pro League involving Karim Benzema and N’Golo Kanté. Cristiano Ronaldo has made headlines in Saudi Arabia in recent days after opting out of Al Nassr’s most recent match,
League’s star said to be unhappy over his club’s transfer dealings and Karim Benzema’s move. Now he could face his first backlash
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Saudi Pro League players refuse to train and demand transfers away despite huge salaries
The Saudi Pro League is suffering a crisis among some of its biggest stars, including Cristiano Ronaldo, with three players now having refused to train at various points despite pocketing huge sums
Despite scoring regularly and remaining a central figure in the team’s attack, Ronaldo faced an unexpected setback: he missed out on the Saudi Pro League Player of the Month award, while the Golden Boot race took an intriguing twist.
Cristiano Ronaldo could leave Al-Nassr in the summer, with a move to either Major League Soccer or a return to Europe both options for the Portugal superstar. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United ace has a release clause of €50 million (£43m/$59m) in his contract ahead of the summer window and will not lack for offers if he decide to quit the Saudi Pro League.
Cristiano Ronaldo is no longer the top goalscorer in this season's Saudi Pro League, and faces some stiff competition in this season's Saudi Golden Boot race.
Franck Kessié, 100 games with Al Ahly, but an uncertain futureFranck Kessié/@Getty ImagesStarting against Al-Ettifaq on Wednesday in the Saudi Pro League, Franck Kessié played his 100th match in
Cristiano Ronaldo's absence from Al Nassr's match against Al Riyadh in the Saudi Pro League has generated significant attention and speculation today. Soccer enthusiasts worldwide recognize that sports often intertwine with broader societal issues.
Ivan Toney has explained why he followed Cristiano Ronaldo to the Saudi Pro League, with the England World Cup hopeful netting more goals in that division this season than Portuguese GOAT CR7. Toney has also delivered a bold statement regarding the standard of competition in the Middle East and that which he previously graced in the Premier League.
Get the major updates and highlights from the goalless draw between Saudi Pro League leaders Al-Hilal and 3rd placed Al-Riyadh