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June 27, 2025
Ronaldo isn’t slowing down — he’s doubling down. On June 26, the Portuguese icon extended his contract with Al Nassr until 2027, silencing speculation and proving that, at 40, he’s still chasing greatness. This story isn’t about winding down. It’s about rewriting football’s rules, again...
Cristiano Ronaldo has made his decision — and it’s not a quiet goodbye. On June 26, Al Nassr announced that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2027. That means, at 42, he’ll still be lacing up his boots and going full throttle. For Ronaldo, it’s never been about the clock and his decision-making process was as sharp as any other professional playing slots like the Plinko ball game, calculating every possible outcome before acting... In the club’s social media reveal, Ronaldo didn’t mince words. If there was ever doubt about his intentions, it’s gone now. The man who’s spent two decades rewriting record books isn’t done. Not even close.
Cristiano Ronaldo is staying at @AlNassrFC until 2027 💛🤩 pic.twitter.com/uVOzvZW4u7
— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) June 26, 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo - A well oiled machine
At an age when most players either transition into coaching or turn up at charity matches, Ronaldo is still scoring goals at a pace most strikers in their prime would envy. His 2024–25 season? 25 goals in league play alone. No slowing down. No taking it easy.
This new deal isn’t just symbolic. It puts Ronaldo in a position to do what no player has done before: lead a top-flight club into the future while pushing past the age of 42. It's not about nostalgia — it's about dominance.
| SEASON | MATCHES PLAYED | GOALS SCORED | LEAGUE FINISH |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 40 | 34 | 2nd |
| 2023–24 | 36 | 35 | 2nd |
| 2024–25 | 35 | 30 | 3rd |
| TOTAL | 111 | 99 | - |
There were rumors. MLS clubs had been lurking. Some suggested a surprise return to Sporting CP in Portugal, while others floated ambitious ideas like Brazil or even a FIFA-backed legacy team.
But Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t budge. He’s settled, motivated, and clearly not here to wind down. If anything, this contract extension feels like a challenge accepted. A shot at redemption, perhaps — especially after back-to-back second-place finishes.
Al Nassr haven’t won the Saudi Pro League during his time, and that matters to him. He’s not staying for show; he’s staying to win.
Let’s be clear — this move isn’t just about football. Ronaldo helped spark a shift in global football economics when he first arrived in Saudi Arabia. His transfer in 2022 triggered a wave. Benzema, Mané, Kanté — big names followed, but none have matched Ronaldo's consistency or visibility.
And then there’s the Saudi agenda. With the 2034 World Cup on the horizon, Ronaldo is more than just a footballer — he’s a face, a brand, and a symbol of what’s to come. He might not the ambassador brands like Melbet would love to work with to promote their casino live online features, but Ronaldo is still one of the most important names in the sports and entertainment business.
The numbers back it up: he remains the highest-paid athlete in the world in 2025, with earnings projected to top $275 million this year.
Ronaldo’s ambitions haven’t softened. He’s already spoken about playing for Portugal in the 2026 World Cup, and with this new contract, that’s well within reach. Some fans even whisper about a once-impossible milestone: 1,000 career goals.
Whether that happens or not, one thing’s clear — he’s going to try. And that’s why fans keep watching. That’s why stadiums still fill up.
The fire is still there. You can see it in the way he talks, in how he plays, and in moments like this extension — when most thought the next announcement would be about retirement.
So now we wait for the next twist in his never-ending story. Whether it’s a title with Al Nassr, another run at World Cup glory, or simply breaking one more record for the books, Ronaldo isn’t fading into the background.
He’s doubling down!
Cristiano Ronaldo next game for Al Nassr is on September 21, against Jeddah Club, for the King's Cup. You can watch Jeddah vs Al Nassr, Real Madrid vs Juventus, Palmeiras vs Botafogo, PSG vs Inter Milan, Benfica vs Chelsea and Flamengo vs Bayen Munich, all matches provided from our soccer live game pages.
Al Nassr next game:
Jeddah Club vs Al Nassr kick-off time (21-09-2025):
Beijing (China) | UTC/GMT+7: 03:00
India (New Delhi) | UTC/GMT+4.30: 00:30
Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) | UTC/GMT+2: 22:00
Spain (Madrid) | UTC/GMT+1: 21:00
Portugal and England (Lisbon/London) | UTC/GMT+0: 20:00
Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) | UTC/GMT-3: 17:00
New York (United States) | UTC/GMT-4: 16:00
Los Angeles (United States) | UTC/GMT-7: 13:00
Sources: ronaldo7.net / reuters.com / theguardian.com
