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Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo signed with the Saudi club last week in a deal costing more than 200 million euros, and will play at Al-Nassr until at least June 2025.
"I can't wait to discover a new football league in a different country," Ronaldo said after having signed deal with Saudi club Al-Nassr for more than 200 million euros.
Cristiano Ronaldo fell to the ground in despair and was consoled by teammates after Al-Hilal beat his side Al-Nassr 5–4 in a penalty shootout.
Cristiano Ronaldo seemed to be in better spirits following his goal and Al-Nassr's 4-0 victory over Al-Raed, following weeks of disappointing performances and tension at the Saudi club.
Karim Benzema's Al-Ittihad defeated Al-Nassr 2-1 to extend their winning streak to nine matches and pull five points clear in the Saudi Pro League.
The anticipated transfer adds another football name into the booming Saudi league, which has undergone a summer spending spree.
Cristiano Ronaldo slipped up during his inaugural press conference at Al-Nassr, saying he had come to 'South Africa' instead of Saudi Arabia.
Garcia was sacked following the Saudi club's poor performance, which saw them draw to Al-Feiha 0-0 on Sunday, as well speculations of dissatisfaction between the French coach and his players, including Ronaldo.
Cristiano Ronaldo seems to be settling into Saudi Arabia with a move to a new home, as his performances for Riyadh side Al-Nassr improve.
Neymar is the latest global football superstar to join the Saudi Pro League, having signed a two-year contract with Riyadh-based Al-Hilal.