Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest footballers in history, is expected to come to India in October 2025 as part of Al-Nassr’s AFC Champions League Two (ACL2) campaign. His club is scheduled to face FC Goa at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Fatorda), Goa, on October 22, 2025.

The visit, if confirmed, would mark Ronaldo’s first-ever appearance in India, driven by official tournament duties, Al-Nassr’s marketing goals, and the growing appeal of Asian football.

How Did This Happen?

In August 2025, the Asian Football Confederation held the draw for the AFC Champions League Two 2025-26 season, placing Al-Nassr (Saudi Arabia) in Group D alongside FC Goa (India), Al-Zawraa (Iraq), and Istiklol (Tajikistan).

Under the tournament format, every team plays home and away matches. That mean

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