Few rivalries in sport have been as compelling as that between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, so it was little surprise when Inter Miami were booked to play Al-Nassr this February that football fans across the world were relishing the prospect of one last dance between the pair.
However, an injury sustained by Ronaldo – which resulted in the club postponing a tour of China – has thrown the iconic showdown into doubt, with Al-Nassr head coach Luis Castro and supporters hoping for a speedy recovery.
Ahead of the game, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about Ronaldo’s injury and whether he will be fit to face his eternal rival in Riyadh.
The game between Al-Nassr and Inter Miami is scheduled for February 1, 2024. It is set to be played at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, with a 6pm GMT (1pm ET) kick-off time.
