Ange Postecoglou delivers Cristiano Ronaldo update ahead of Al Nassr's AFC Champions League clash
Now, the coach has provided anupdateon the forward ahead of their AFC Champions League Elite fixture against Uzbekistan's Neftchi Fergana. Speaking at the pre-match press conference ahead of the match at Al-Awwal Park, Postecoglou praised the 41-year-old forward's physical and mental sharpness following his high-profile departure from the Portugal national team camp, hinting that he will be available for the continental clash.
"Cristiano Ronaldo is in good shape mentally and physically, and you saw him in the last match, as he played the full game and scored a goal, so I am certain he is in good condition,"Postecoglu said in a pre-match press conference. Cristiano Ronaldo aims to regain confidence at Al Nassr The September/October international break was rough for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Hisdispute with head coach Jorge Jesusprompted an earlyexit from the Portuguese national team camp, withpotential sanctions awaitingthe captain due to his abrupt departure. Upon his return to Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo scored for his club and felt the full backing of fans, coaches, and teammates.
Thatsense of confidence is precisely what he hopes to rebuildafter a turbulent period with Portugal. see also Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo return to club action with strong performances after contrasting international breaks Ronaldo is expected to return to national team duty in November.
However,maintaining peak form with Al Nassr will be key to proving to Jorge Jesus that he should remain a starterdespite their recent friction. Al Nassr started the 2026-27 AFC Champions League Elite on the wrong foot In Matchday 1 of the 2026-27 AFC Champions League Elite, Al Nassr suffered a crushing 4-0 defeat away against Al Ain and currently sit at the bottom of the standings.
On Matchday 2, Postecoglou's side host Uzbekistan's Neftchi Fergana, who won their opening game. At home, Al Nassr must secure all three points to avoid further complications and remain a serious contender in the competition.