The 37-year-old Portuguese forward failed to score but his Riyadh-based club beat Ettifaq 1-0 to go top of the table.

The 37-year-old Portuguese forward failed to score but his Riyadh-based club beat Ettifaq 1-0 to go top of the table.
Ronaldo’s first game in Saudi Arabia since signing for Al Nassr and the first game featuring both Ronaldo and Messi.
Ronaldo and Messi, who have dominated football over the last 15 years, face off in a friendly match in Saudi Arabia.
All the updates from January 19 as they happened.
As Ronaldo gets set to make his Saudi debut, his signing could have a major effect on and off the pitch.
Speaking in Davos, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud said a political settlement was needed to end the 8-year conflict.
As Ronaldo and Messi face off in Saudi Arabia, we take a look at when, where and how to watch the match.
Proceeds of auctioned ticket for friendly between PSG and an all-star Saudi XI featuring Ronaldo will go to charity.
Barcelona win their first title since former player Xavi took over as the team’s coach in 2021.
Al-Attiyah wins his second title in a row as the test of endurance ends in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
Iranian foreign minister says he hopes diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia can be restored after years of tensions.
Here’s a round-up of Al Jazeera’s Middle East coverage this week.
Al Nassr, football stars new team, denies reports that Ronaldo will serve as an ambassador for Riyadh’s 2030 bid.
PSG to play friendly in Riyadh against composite team including players from Al Nassr, Ronaldo’s new club, and Al Hilal.