Cristiano Ronaldo was a notable absentee as Al Nassr faced Al Riyadh in the Saudi Pro League, with reports emerging from Portugal claiming the forward has gone on strike.
Ronaldo was not included in the starting XI and was also missing from the substitutes' bench, fueling speculation about growing tensions behind the scenes. Despite his absence, Al Nassr managed to secure a statement victory, continuing their recent run of strong league performances.
Softfootball understands that Ronaldo's dissatisfaction is linked to concerns over how Al Nassr are being run, particularly in comparison to other Saudi Pro League clubs backed by the Public Investment Fund PIF. While Al Ahli, Al Hilal and Al Ittihad have invested heavily in high-profile signings, Al Nassr's business this transfer window has been limited, highlighted by the arrival of a young Iraqi midfielder.
