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Ange Postecoglou meets Cristiano Ronaldo during Al-Nassr pre-season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:45 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Ange Postecoglou meets Cristiano Ronaldo during Al-Nassr pre-season

Summary

Ange Postecoglou met Cristiano Ronaldo during Al-Nassr’s pre-season schedule in Portugal on August 5, following Postecoglou's recent appointment as head coach. The event marked their first public meeting since Postecoglou joined the club, which has seen a rise in profile due to Ronaldo’s presence. Postecoglou emphasized the importance of Ronaldo to the squad, acknowledging his readiness to return after a busy season and underscoring the value of the star player’s experience. One of the key attractions of his role with Al-Nassr is the opportunity to work alongside the five-time Ballon d'Or winner.

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•Ange Postecoglou begins pre-season with Al-Nassr on August 5.
•Cristiano Ronaldo attended a friendly against Almeria in Portugal.
•Postecoglou highlights Ronaldo's professionalism and importance.
•Meeting marks their first public appearance together since Postecoglou's hiring.

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6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Ange Postecoglou meets Cristiano Ronaldo after Al-Nassr arrival

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Ange Postecoglou has shared his first public meeting with Cristiano Ronaldo since taking charge of Al-Nassr.The former Celtic manager was appointed by the Saudi Pro League outfit last month, ending hi...
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