Ronaldo

By Sabiu Abdullahi

Fresh reports suggesting that Cristiano Ronaldo has left Saudi Arabia for Madrid with his family have been dismissed as false.

Renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano debunked the claim in a Facebook post on Tuesday. According to him, the story circulating in sections of the international media is untrue.

Romano stated that Ronaldo remains in Saudi Arabia and was present at Al Nassr’s training ground today. The clarification comes amid widespread speculation that the Portuguese star had travelled back to Spain.

The journalist described the report as fake news and insisted that the forward has not departed the country.

He added that Ronaldo is currently undergoing assessment and treatment following issues he experienced in his last match. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner was substituted during that game due to the problem.

Ronaldo continues to train with Al Nassr as he works toward full fitness, putting to rest rumours of an immediate return to Madrid.

By Sabiu Abdullahi

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly departed Saudi Arabia for Madrid, Spain, as security concerns mount in the region following recent military action involving the United States and Israel.

Ronaldo, who serves as captain and forward for Al-Nassr FC, left Riyadh late at night aboard his £61million ($81million) Bombardier Global Express 6500 private jet. The UK Daily Mail disclosed the development on Tuesday.

His relocation followed coordinated strikes carried out by the United States and Israel in Iran on February 28, 2026. The operation reportedly led to the deaths of several senior Iranian figures. Iranian state media announced on March 1 that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei had been killed. Authorities declared 40 days of mourning and introduced a seven-day public holiday.

The security situation in the Gulf region deteriorated after two drones hit the United States Embassy in Riyadh overnight.

The Saudi Ministry of Defence said, “A limited fire broke out at the United States Embassy in Riyadh after it was hit by two drones,” adding that the strike caused “minor material damage.”

According to the Daily Mail, “Riyadh, where Ronaldo lives with his partner Georgina Rodriguez and their five children, has been affected by attacks linked to the regional conflict.”

Flight tracking service Flightradar24 reported that the aircraft “departed Riyadh at 8:00 pm and arrived in Madrid at almost 1:00 am, flying a path over Egypt and the Mediterranean.”

Ronaldo’s exit occurred as Washington intensified security steps across the Middle East in response to the unfolding crisis. The U.S. Department of State announced temporary closures of embassies and the suspension of consular services in several countries due to heightened safety concerns tied to the expanding Iran conflict.

In Saudi Arabia, the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh halted both routine and emergency services across its missions in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dhahran.

In neighbouring Iraq, nonemergency American government personnel received orders to exit the country. U.S. staff also faced restrictions from using Baghdad’s international airport.

Kuwait recorded deadly incidents involving American forces. Six soldiers lost their lives, and three fighter jets crashed in what the U.S. military described as an “apparent friendly fire” episode.

The unfolding developments have heightened uncertainty across the region, with governments implementing precautionary measures as tensions persist.

By Sabiu Abdullahi 

A recent Forbes report shows that Cristiano Ronaldo is the world’s highest-earning footballer, courtesy of his staggering £164 million annual contract with Al-Nassr and £49 million from sponsorships.

This places him leagues ahead of rivals like Messi and Neymar.

Notably, Ronaldo’s sponsorships alone surpass the combined earnings of Premier League stars Haaland, Salah, De Bruyne, and Kane. 

Adding to his triumphs, Ronaldo extended his international goal record to 125 during Portugal’s 3-2 victory over Slovakia in Euro 2024 qualifying.

Ronaldo’s dominance, both in the game and the financial arena, solidifies his status as an unparalleled icon in the world of football.

By Muhammadu Sabiu

Cristiano Ronaldo, the iconic Portuguese footballer, is set to sue Juventus Football Club for an alleged non-payment of €19.9 million, according to reports from Gazzetta dello Sport. 

The legal action comes as a response to the financial difficulties faced by Juventus during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Ronaldo, who previously played for Juventus from 2018 to 2021, has reportedly taken his grievances to the Turin Prosecutor’s Office. 

His decision to pursue legal action follows unsuccessful attempts to resolve the matter through negotiations with the club. 

As of now, Juventus has not issued an official statement regarding the lawsuit, and the football world eagerly awaits further developments in this high-profile dispute.