Cristiano Ronaldo

The former Manchester United striker's comments on another ex-Red Devils in Cristiano Ronaldo have gone some way to explaining his feud with manager Erik ...

Comment [below](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/manutd-cavani-ronaldo-tenhag-claim-29281741#comments-wrapper) [HAVE YOUR SAY!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/manutd-cavani-ronaldo-tenhag-claim-29281741#comments-wrapper) Is Cavani's assessment of Ronaldo's return fair? Perhaps what is most striking is how well United are faring in Ronaldo's absence. Because I had the opportunity to know him, and he is a great professional, with his targets, and that is perfect for a sportsman. I thought: We'll play, do the best we can." With that in mind, some

Cristiano Ronaldo participated in the Saudi Founding Day celebrations at his new home, which took place at Al-Nassr's stadium.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: The Portuguese superstar is enjoying a period of rest following his side's win over Al-Taawoun on Friday. The four-day holiday features a host of cultural events which take place across Saudi Arabia, with Ronaldo joining in at Al-Nassr's Stadium, Mrsool Park, which he now calls home. February 22 commemorates the country's founding by Imam Mohammed bin Saud, which was declared a national holiday last year following a royal decree by King Salman.

Al Nassr have shared images of star striker Ronaldo in local get-up as the club's squad celebrated Saudi Arabia's Founding Day.

Al Nassr are currently in pole position to win their 10th Saudi league title. Cristiano Ronaldo was pictured in traditional local attire as he joined the rest of the Al Nassr squad in celebrating Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day on Wednesday. Cristiano Ronaldo pictured in Saudi dress as Al Nassr mark Founding Day

Cristiano Ronaldo once looked destined to join Chelsea when Todd Boehly sought a statement transfer to kickstart a new era under new ownership.

Because I had the opportunity to know him, and he is a great professional, with his targets, and that is perfect for a sportsman. According to [CBS journalist Ben Jacobs](https://twitter.com/JacobsBen), Tuchel was a primary 'roadblock' in negotiations when Boehly tried to sign Ronaldo in the summer. "But as I know, after years in football, how things work these days. Instead, the Portuguese star eventually joined Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Nassr in December. Naturally, a handful of the World's richest clubs were linked with Ronaldo — one of which being Chelsea, after Boehly United were said to have been 'furious' after Ronaldo's attack of the club caught them by surprise, with the five-time Ballon d'Or winner claiming that he felt betrayed.

Cristiano Ronaldo seen brandishing sword, wearing traditional clothing and dancing with Al Nassr teammates on Saudi Arabia's Founding Day Cristiano Ronaldo ...

For me it’s a good chance to help with my knowledge and experience to grow many important points. This is why I’m here and why I took this opportunity.” “For me it’s a good challenge. Ronaldo and other members of the Al Nassr squad watched a traditional Ardah performance with swords and singing. Founding Day is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia and is celebrated in the kingdom to commemorate the country’s founding in 1727 by Imam Mohammed Bin Saud. Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day with his Al Nassr team mates by donning Arabic clothing, joining in an Ardah dance and even brandishing a traditional sword.

RIYADH: Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated Founding Day wearing traditional Saudi attire with his Al-Nassr teammates on Wednesday.

“We are in the quarterfinals without having suffered any defeats and if we continue to play at a high level with total focus, we will be capable of winning.” However, we have not suffered any losses in the AFC Champions League and every team must know that when you play Foolad, you will have a tough match.” They will need to be at their best against a side that loves winning in Asia. “We understand that we have to play more aggressively and efficiently, especially in the midfield. The former Iranian international, in charge of the club since 2019, gave no reason for his sudden departure but it could be that he is ready for the vacant Iran national team job. There have been plenty of big days in Saudi Arabian football in recent months and Thursday will be no different.

Riyadh: Portuguese player Cristiano Ronaldo joined his football club Al Nassr's members, teammates and coach to celebrate Saudi Arabia's Founding Day, ...

Ronaldo and his teammates wore traditional attire - a crisp white Saudi thobe as they enjoyed the day dancing to the drumbeats of Arabic songs and music. [In Pictures: Cristiano Ronaldo, Georgina and their children enjoying Saudi desert](/photos/sports/in-pictures-cristiano-ronaldo-georgina-and-their-children-enjoying-saudi-desert-1.1676037211164) [Cristiano Ronaldo scores four to pass 500 league goals](/sport/football/cristiano-ronaldo-scores-four-to-pass-500-league-goals-1.93763974) [Cristiano Ronaldo officially unveiled as Al Nassr player at Mrsool Park stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia](/sport/football/cristiano-ronaldo-officially-unveiled-as-al-nassr-player-at-mrsool-park-stadium-in-riyadh-saudi-arabia-1.93007159) [Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr starting to get best out of Cristiano Ronaldo](/sport/football/saudi-pro-league-club-al-nassr-starting-to-get-best-out-of-cristiano-ronaldo-1.93844936) Riyadh: Portuguese player Cristiano Ronaldo joined his football club Al Nassr’s members, teammates and coach to celebrate Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day, which falls on February 22.

Cristiano Ronaldo participated in the Saudi Founding Day celebrations at his new home, which took place at Al-Nassr's stadium.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: The Portuguese superstar is enjoying a period of rest following his side's win over Al-Taawoun on Friday. The four-day holiday features a host of cultural events which take place across Saudi Arabia, with Ronaldo joining in at Al-Nassr's Stadium, Mrsool Park, which he now calls home. February 22 commemorates the country's founding by Imam Mohammed bin Saud, which was declared a national holiday last year following a royal decree by King Salman.

The 38-year-old posted the video of him celebrating with his teammates on his Twitter and wrote, "Happy founding day to Saudi Arabia Was a special ...

His acrimonious exit was on the cards after his explosive interview with Piers Morgan. Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day is celebrated on February 22 every year to commemorate the country’s founding by Imam Mohammed bin Saud in 1727. In November last year, his former club Manchester United terminated the Portuguese striker’s contract.

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed a celebratory day out with his Al Nassr team-mates to celebrate Saudi Arabia's second-even Founding.

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Spanish nutritionist Jose Blesa, who flies to Saudi Arabia once a month to help Al-Nassr, has given an insight into Cristiano Ronaldo's impact on the squad.

He is the first to arrive at training and the last to leave,' Blesa said. Every time I see them, they have less fat, more muscle and they do all the exercises at their fingertips. as their nutritionist says it's a 'luxury' to work with the veteran forward [Cristiano Ronaldo](/sport/cristianoronaldo/index.html) is having a significant influence behind the scenes at [Al-Nassr](/sport/al-nassr/index.html), the club's nutritionist has revealed. [arrived in Saudi Arabia last month on a staggering £175m-a-year deal ](/sport/football/article-11528549/Cristiano-Ronaldo-signs-sensational-contract-Saudi-Arabian-Al-Nassr.html)- and his impact is being felt on and off the pitch. - He has five goals and two assists in five games, with Al-Nassr top of the league

It doesn't take a sports scientist to tell you that apple crumble with custard will not boost your physical health.But, according to ex-Manchester Uni.

I have not seen a club like this in which the players improve practically 90 per cent in their body composition every time I see them: they have less fat, more muscle and they do all the exercises at their fingertips. “Since he has been here, all the players have trained more intensely and followed a stricter diet. He wears two rest meters: the ring and the bracelet. We met and talked about his diet, about how he understands the importance of this and rest for performance. Is he allergic to wearing a shirt? A lot of eggs, sweet potatoes, the broccoli, he’s into that.”

The former Manchester United striker's comments on another ex-Red Devils in Cristiano Ronaldo have gone some way to explaining his feud with manager Erik ...

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Cristiano Ronaldo has scored five goals in as many games for Al Nassr after leaving Manchester United and appears to be making an impact off the pitch too.

One of them was quinoa, avocado and a couple of boiled eggs. I have not seen a club like this in which the players improve practically 90 per cent in their body composition every time I see them: they have less fat, more muscle and they do all the exercises at their fingertips. [Ronaldo](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/cristiano-ronaldo) has enjoyed an economical start to his career in the Saudi Pro League, netting five goals in as many outings for Rudi Garcia's team. Appreciative of Ronaldo's influence, Blesa added: "Cristiano helps me a lot, because we can no longer teach him anything, but he creates a school around him. "Every conversation with him is a learning curve. [Manchester United](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) and Real Madrid forward's move there, undoubtedly, raised eyebrows across the footballing landscape, his desire for success appears not to have waned.