Cristiano Ronaldo’s Injury and Al Nassr’s Preparations During the FIFA Break
Cristiano Ronaldo is currently recovering from a hamstring injury sustained in late February, impacting his availability for Portugal’s upcoming friendly matches. Despite this setback, Al Nassr has arranged a friendly match during the FIFA break to maintain the fitness of players not on international duty.
Al Nassr’s Friendly Match Against Al Anwar
According to reports from World Soccer Talk, Al Nassr will face Al Anwar in a friendly match on Friday, March 27, in Riyadh. This decision was made at the request of coach Jorge Jesus, who wants to ensure players not participating in international games remain match-fit.
Al Anwar currently competes in the second tier of Saudi Arabian soccer, sitting 12th after 26 games in the 2025-26 season.
Ronaldo’s Injury and Recovery Timeline
Ronaldo suffered a hamstring injury during Al Nassr’s 3-1 win over Al-Fayha on February 28, 2026, as reported by Football Transfers. Initially, the injury was considered more serious than expected, potentially sidelining him for up to four weeks. However, recent updates suggest a quicker recovery.
Portugal’s head coach, Roberto Martinez, confirmed that Ronaldo is expected to make a full recovery within one to two weeks, aligning with Al Nassr’s friendly match on March 27. Ronaldo himself posted on Instagram, stating he is “Getting better every day.”
Al Nassr’s League Position and Upcoming Fixtures
Al Nassr currently leads the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League table with 67 points from 26 games, holding a three-point advantage over Al Hilal. The team is also on a 14-game winning streak. Their next league fixture is scheduled for April 3 against Al Najma.
Ronaldo recently departed Saudi Arabia to receive treatment for his injury in Madrid, coordinating with the medical staff and his personal physiotherapist.
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