Saudi Arabian league’s viewership increases 7 times after Cristiano Ronaldo’s move to Al Nassr: Reports

Cristiano Ronaldo joined Saudi Arabian side Al- Nassr in a record breaking $200 million a year deal.


Saudi Arabian league’s viewership increases 7 times after Cristiano Ronaldo’s move to Al Nassr: Reports

Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo being unveiled as Al- Nassr's new Number 7 (Image via Instagram)

Since Cristiano Ronaldo‘s arrival in Al-Nassr, the club has enjoyed and smashed many records in the country. The Pro League team is reportedly the most talked about club in Asia. The 37-year-old megastar is a huge influence in the world, not just in football. Reports have claimed that Saudi Arabia’s viewership has spiked by more than 7 times after the club announced Ronaldo‘s signing.

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The Portuguese legend is one of the biggest influencers on social media as well, with an unmatched 530 million followers on Instagram. In addition to that, his arrival boosted the followers of Al-Nassr’s Instagram to a whopping 12 million, which was around 800,000 before Ronaldo’s signing. Spanish media outlet Marca also reported that sales of the iconic number 7 jersey have increased rapidly. It was reported that around 400 Cristiano Ronaldo jerseys are being sold every day in Saudi Arabia. 

Cristiano Ronaldo’s legendary career and achievements have made him one of the most popular personalities in the world. Ronaldo has won the prestigious football award Balon d’Or a record 5 times. He has also won the UEFA Champions League a record 5 times in his career.

CR7 has achieved legendary feats in International football as well. Ronaldo is the top scorer in the history of international football. Along with rival Lionel Messi, he is considered one of the best football players, ever.

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“Ronaldo will help achieve more success for the club,” Al- Nassr president on reason behind Cristiano Ronaldo’s arrival

There is no doubt that Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the most successful footballers ever. However, Ronaldo is a great addition to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr off the pitch as well. Al-Nassr is reportedly paying the former Manchester United forward an astonishing $200 million for 2.5 years.

Al-Nassr has enjoyed the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo
Al-Nassr has enjoyed the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo
The agreement is not limited to football... it is commercially beneficial for us in terms of profitability..Ronaldo will help achieve more success for the club, Saudi sports, and future generations. 
Al-Nassr president Musalli Al-Muammar on Cristiano Ronaldo’s signing

The club’s president certainly believes that Ronaldo’s acquisition is a win on and off the pitch. Moreover, it can be a game changer for not only football but for other sports in the country as well. Needless to say, fans are excited to witness the five-time Champions League action in his new time and hope he regains his form after a poor end to the year.

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