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Cristiano Ronaldo Misses Third Straight Match with Al Nassr, but Saudi Club Wins in Asia
Al Nassr defeats Turkmenistan's Arkadag FC 1-0 in match despite Ronaldo's absence
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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Cristiano Ronaldo missed his third consecutive match with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, but the team still managed to defeat Turkmenistan's Arkadag FC 1-0 in an Asian competition match on Wednesday.
Why it matters
Ronaldo's absence has raised questions about his fitness and commitment to the Saudi club, which he joined in a high-profile move in January 2023. Despite his absence, Al Nassr continues to perform well in continental competition.
The details
Ronaldo has been sidelined with an unspecified injury, missing Al Nassr's last three matches. The team, however, was still able to secure a 1-0 victory over Arkadag FC in the Asian competition. The win helps Al Nassr maintain their position in the tournament.
- The match took place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
- Ronaldo has missed Al Nassr's last three matches due to injury.
The players
Cristiano Ronaldo
A Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a forward for Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr.
Al Nassr
A professional football club based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia that competes in the Saudi Professional League.
Arkadag FC
A professional football club based in Turkmenistan that competed against Al Nassr in an Asian competition match.
The takeaway
Despite Ronaldo's absence, Al Nassr has continued to perform well in continental competition, underscoring the depth and quality of the Saudi club's roster beyond just their high-profile signing.
