According to reports by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on his official X handle, Cristiano Ronaldo has been diagnosed with a hamstring injury after the clash vs Al-Fayha and has begun rehabilitation. The club confirmed that the Portuguese forward is undergoing daily medical evaluations, although no clear timeline has been provided for his return.
Romano revealed:
Al Nassr confirm Cristiano Ronaldo has been diagnosed with a hamstring injury after the clash vs Al-Fayha. He’s already started his rehab program and will be evaluated day by day.
Softfootball understands that the setback could impact Al Nassr’s Saudi Pro League title ambitions as they continue to battle rivals Al-Hilal SFC in a tight race. It also raises concerns over Ronaldo’s preparation for the 2026 World Cup with Portugal, set to begin in June.
Despite the injury concern, Al Nassr secured a dramatic 3-1 victory over Al-Fayha on February 28, 2026, in their Matchday 24 encounter. Ronaldo endured a frustrating evening in front of goal, missing from the penalty spot, but the win marked the club’s fifth consecutive league triumph and kept them firmly in the title conversation with 61 points.
Meanwhile, reports claiming Ronaldo had left Saudi Arabia for Madrid with his family have been strongly denied. The rumours were labeled “fake news,” with confirmation that the forward remains in Riyadh and is currently receiving treatment at the club’s training facilities.
