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Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Al-Nassr and scores after Portugal controversy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 5:16 AM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Al-Nassr and scores after Portugal controversy

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo made his return to Al-Nassr on October 10, 2026, competing against Al-Diriyah in the Saudi Pro League. He scored the opening goal in the 23rd minute after Kingsley Coman's shot was deflected by the goalkeeper. His performance followed a turbulent period with the Portuguese national team where he departed mid-camp due to a disagreement. Al-Nassr secured a 3-0 victory, with Samu Costa and Coman also scoring. This match marked Ronaldo's 980th career goal, bringing him closer to his milestone of 1,000 goals.

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Status Watch

•Ronaldo scored in the 23rd minute to open the game.
•Al-Nassr won the match 3-0 against Al-Diriyah.
•This goal brings Ronaldo's career total to 980 goals.
•Ronaldo's return follows a disagreement with Portugal's coach Jorge Jesus.
•Al-Nassr climbed to second place in the Saudi Pro League standings.

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5:16 AMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo Strongly Responds to Critics on Al-Nassr Return

What they're saying

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Back on the field Friday night with Al-Nassr after the controversies linked to his departure from the Portuguese national team during the international break, Cristiano Ronaldo set the record straight. The Al-Nassr supporters’ tifo had set the tone. “Greatness must be earned,” the banner read, as if to welcome Cristiano Ronaldo back after a particularly […] The post Cristiano Ronaldo Strongly Responds to Critics on Al-Nassr Return appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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