Nobody expected it, but Cristiano Ronaldo will play in Spain again... even if it's just for one day. Al-Nassr will keep its particular tradition of playing a friendly match on Spanish soil this summer and, as expected, it will do so against Almería. The match that will bring the Portuguese star back to the Peninsula, even if only for a few hours, has been confirmed.
This will be the fifth time Cristiano Ronaldo visits Almería's stadium. So far, he has set foot there on four occasions, all of them wearing the Real Madrid jersey. His record couldn't be better: having scored four goals, one per match.
This way, Al-Nassr and Almería will play a friendly match next Sunday, August 10 at 7:00 p.m. This match will serve as a presentation in front of its fans for the Andalusian team, which hopes to fight for another season to achieve the desired return to the top division. Tickets will go on sale next Tuesday, with prices ranging from €60 to €400 depending on the section.
Cristiano Ronaldo: a global star
At 40 years old and playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo remains one of the most important footballers of all time. His career, marked by successes at clubs like Real Madrid, Manchester United, or Juventus, has led him to become a universal figure. Even far from the European media spotlight, his global impact hasn't diminished.
On social media, Cristiano is the most followed athlete on the planet, even surpassing Leo Messi. On platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and X (Twitter), his presence is overwhelming. His posts accumulate millions of interactions and his influence goes beyond soccer: he's a true mass phenomenon.
This power of attraction has been key to putting the Saudi league on the international map. Since his arrival in Saudi Arabia, the spotlight has turned to a championship that until then went unnoticed. Cristiano has opened the doors to a new era in the Middle East, and he has done so with his usual ambition and professionalism.
Commercially, he remains a magnet for sponsors. International brands remain linked to his image, aware of his market value and the influence he has on audiences around the world.
Cristiano Ronaldo is not only one of the best footballers in history, he's also one of the most recognizable figures in modern sports. His legacy goes beyond goals and titles: he's a global icon who keeps moving boundaries, even from outside Europe. His presence doesn't fade. On the contrary, it keeps growing as the years go by and now he will return to Spain for a friendly against Almería.