Cristiano Ronaldo And Al-Nassr Squad Arrive In Lagos For Pre-Season Training.
Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has touched down in Lagos, Portugal, with his Al-Nassr teammates as the Saudi Pro League club ramps up preparations for the 2025/26 season. The squad’s arrival in the coastal city marks the next phase of their pre-season tour, following a successful stint in Lisbon where they secured a 2-1 victory over French side Toulouse, with Ronaldo scoring a clinical goal.
The move to Lagos, announced with the club’s social media post, “Lisbon chapter closed, Lagos chapter loading,” signals a shift to more intensive training sessions. The team, including new signing João Félix and star forward Sadio Mané, aims to build on their early pre-season momentum. Al-Nassr’s camp in Lagos is focused on enhancing team chemistry and match sharpness ahead of a crucial Saudi Super Cup clash against rivals Al-Ittihad.
Ronaldo, who continues to lead Al-Nassr both on and off the pitch, has sparked excitement among local fans in Lagos, a popular destination in Portugal’s Algarve region. The 40-year-old, widely regarded as one of football’s greatest players, remains in top form, having netted 35 goals in 41 matches last season to claim the Saudi Pro League’s Golden Boot. His presence, alongside high-profile teammates, has generated a buzz, with supporters eager to catch a glimpse of the squad during their training sessions.
Al-Nassr’s pre-season tour is part of a broader strategy to ensure the team is in peak condition for the upcoming campaign. The addition of João Félix, a creative attacking midfielder from Chelsea, is expected to bolster the squad’s firepower, complementing Ronaldo’s goal-scoring prowess. The club’s rigorous schedule in Lagos includes high-intensity drills under the guidance of coach Jose Jesus, as they fine-tune tactics and fitness.
As Al-Nassr prepares for a competitive season, their time in Lagos underscores their ambition to dominate both domestically and in Asian competitions. Ronaldo’s leadership and the squad’s star-studded line-up have set high expectations, with fans and analysts alike anticipating another thrilling chapter for the Saudi giants.