PICTORIAL: Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix land in Lagos with Al Nassr
AFNEWS reporter
Aug 05, 2025
PICTORIAL: Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix land in Lagos with Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr have landed in Lagos to continue their preseason tour in Portugal ahead of the new Saudi Pro League season.
Cristiano Ronaldo, alongside teammates, including new signing Jo├úo F├®lix, has landed in Lagos as Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr continue their preseason tour in Portugal.
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Pulse Sports Nigeria reports that the football legend led his teammates as they shifted base from Lisbon to step up preparation for the new season.
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After concluding their preseason base in Lisbon, Portugal, Al Nassr announced on their social media platforms, "Lisbon chapter closed, Lagos chapter loading," signifying their move to the Portuguese city.
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The team began their preseason with a 2-1 victory over French side Toulouse, with Ronaldo scoring one of the goals.
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Now, Ronaldo and his teammates have shifted focus and location, continuing preparations ahead of their upcoming Super Cup clash against rivals Al Ittihad.
The inclusion of star players like Mane and Felix bolsters Al Nassr's squad depth as they aim to maintain their competitive edge.
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The club shared several images of the players' arrival in Lagos on X, highlighting the enthusiasm surrounding what is expected to be a vibrant chapter in Al Nassr's preseason journey.
Fans in Lagos will be eagerly anticipating the team's presence and the opportunity to witness some of the world's top football talents up close.
Some of the Al Nassr pictures in Lagos
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Meanwhile, during Al Nassr's preseason training, superstar forward Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted wearing a different number than the typical No.7 that has been associated with him for most of his career and has inspired the moniker CR7.
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In some of Ronaldo's Instagram posts, he was draped in orange and yellow bibs with the number 9 boldly written on them as reported by Pulse Sports Nigeria.
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— AFNEWS reporter