Cristiano Ronaldo has been ruled out after sustaining a hamstring injury in Al Nassr’s recent match against Al Fayha.
On 4 March 2026, the Saudi Pro League club confirmed that medical examinations conducted after the fixture detected a hamstring problem. Ronaldo has since begun his rehabilitation programme, with his condition set to be monitored daily. However, no timeframe has been given for his return to action.
The absence of a clear recovery schedule has fuelled speculation about the severity of the injury. With the World Cup only months away, the setback is a significant concern for Portugal, who rely heavily on their captain’s leadership and goalscoring presence.
Meanwhile, regional football has faced disruption. Following last Saturday’s strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel, the Asian Football Confederation suspended fixtures in the AFC Champions League and Champions League Two. Domestic competitions in Saudi Arabia, however, continue as scheduled.
Ronaldo, who is just 35 goals short of the 1,000-goal milestone in his professional career, had been expected to feature prominently in upcoming matches. His rehabilitation progress will now determine how soon he can resume his pursuit of that historic landmark.
