Ronaldo arrived in Saudi Arabia ahead of the unveiling by Al Nassr

The presentation of the 37-year-old football star Cristiano Ronaldo at Al Nassr will not wait any longer, as it will be this Tuesday, January 3 from 8.30 pm IST at Mrsool Park, the venue of the Arab cast. Ronaldo's presentation will be broadcasted and streamed by the Saudi Sports Organisation. 

When many thought that Ronaldo would have one last role in Europe after his tortuous departure from Manchester United, everyone was surprised by his decision. And it is that last Friday, December 30, the signing of him by Al Nassr, a club from the Saudi Arabian Championship, was confirmed.

Although it was speculated at some point that he would join Sporting Lisbon –his first club– or Chelsea –a team with enough money to pay his salary–, the Portuguese finally decided to say goodbye to Europe and set off on a new journey in Saudi Arabia.

Although for many this is an undignified way to spend his last years as a footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo will have an exorbitant salary that many former players would have wanted in their later years. The Portuguese will earn (US$214.5 million) 200M euros per year (₹17,63,48,21,314.00) a salary that escapes any mortal's imagination.

When will Cristiano Ronaldo's debut at Al Nassr be?

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo arrived this Monday, January 2, in the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, to join Al Nassr and start training. After a few days, on Thursday, January 5, the long-awaited debut of the Portuguese player would take place in his new club, at the Mrsool Park stadium in front of more than 25,000 spectators.

Al Nassr will face Al Tai from 08:30 PM IST for matchday 12 of the Saudi Arabian Championship. It should be noted that, for now, the Saudi championship is only broadcast locally by the SSC chain. There is no legal way to watch the contest on TV or streaming, but it is expected that there will be a solution for fans in the coming days.

Who would be Cristiano Ronaldo's teammates at Al Nassr?

Cristiano Ronaldo will meet at Al Nassr with players who have had outstanding careers across Europe. In the goal, the presence of the Colombian David Ospina stands out, who defended the colours of Arsenal and Napoli in their best periods in European football. In defense, the Spanish defender Álvaro González stands out, who joined the Arab team after his time at Olympique de Marseille.

For their part, the Brazilians Luiz Gustavo and Talisca are the main references, the second also being the top scorer in the championship to date. In addition, they also have Cameroonian Vincent Aboubakar after performing at Besiktas and Porto.

As for his coach, Frenchman Rudi García, with a more than proven track record after winning the French Championship at the helm of Lille in 2010-2011 and finishing runner-up on two occasions in the Italian League with AS Roma.