Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Saudi Arabia for treatment on hamstring injury

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By Adegboyega Adeleye

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Cristiano Ronaldo is set to travel to Madrid to undergo treatment on his right hamstring injury under the supervision of his personal therapist, Al Nassr coach Jorge Jesus confirmed on Friday.

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The 41-year-old suffered the injury in Al Nassr’s 3-1 league win over Al Fayha last weekend as he limped off the pitch.

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Speaking ahead of Saturday’s home league game against Neom Sports Club, Jesus said: “In the last game, Cristiano left with a muscle injury.

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“After the tests he underwent, it became clear that it is a more serious injury than we were expecting. He will need rest and recovery. Cristiano will travel to Spain for treatment, as will other players who were injured.

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“He will need treatment from his personal physiotherapist. We hope he will return soon to help the team.”

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Al Nassr did not provide an exact timeline for Ronaldo’s recovery, but Jorge Jesus confirmed that medical tests revealed the injury he recently suffered is more serious than initially expected.

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Ronaldo will be hoping to recover in time for Portugal’s international friendlies later this month.

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Portugal will face Mexico at the renovated Azteca Stadium on March 28 before a clash against the United States on March 31 in Atlanta, Georgia, in preparation for the World Cup.

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The Portugal captain’s absence is expected to be a concern for his club, Al‑Nassr FC, as they continue their campaign in domestic and continental competitions, especially in the quest to win the Saudi Pro League title this season.

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Al Nassr are two points clear of Al Ahli at the top of the Saudi Pro League.

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Ronaldo is third in the Saudi Pro League top scorers’ table, having scored 21 times this season, while English forward Ivan Toney is top of the scoring charts with 23 goals from 23 games for Al Ahli.

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