Cristiano Ronaldo to miss Al-Nassr matches due to injury
06 Mar 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo has traveled from Saudi Arabia to Spain for treatment of a hamstring injury.

Al-Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus confirmed the news, saying that the injury needed treatment in Madrid.

The development means that Ronaldo will miss Saturday's Saudi Pro League match against Neom and the subsequent game against Al-Khaleej Club on March 14.

This would be the first time this season that an injury has kept him out of a match.

Injury details and initial club statement
Injury details

Al-Nassr had earlier announced that Ronaldo had suffered a hamstring injury during last Saturday's match against Al Fayha.

The club was scheduled to play UAE's Al Wasl in the AFC Champions League Two midweek, but this was postponed due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Jesus explained at a press conference that after examination, it became clear that Ronaldo's muscle injury needed rest and treatment.

Treatment in Spain for Ronaldo
Treatment decision

The medical team had assessed Ronaldo's condition and confirmed that he wouldn't be able to participate in the upcoming matches.

This prompted the decision to send him to Spain for treatment, just like other players who have gone there for examinations and treatment this season.

Jesus said that Cristiano will now travel to Spain, as other players have done when sidelined. His injury requires specialist treatment in Madrid with his personal therapist.

Impact on title race and Jesus's hopes
Title implications

Ronaldo is Al-Nassr's top scorer this season with 21 goals in 26 appearances across all competitions. His absence could have a major impact on the club's title race.

Despite the setback, Jesus remains hopeful about his team's performance without their star player.

He said, "The important thing is that the player who replaces Ronaldo tomorrow plays at a high tempo and with high effectiveness and tries to help us score as Ronaldo does."