Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Al Nassr with bold new golden look

Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to Al Nassr training in Riyadh with a striking copper-yellow hairstyle ahead of the new season. His comeback comes as the club readies for the Saudi Pro League opener and he resumes his chase for 1,000 career goals.Al Nassr begin their Saudi Pro League campaign against Al Fateh. (Photo Reuters)Cristiano Ronaldo, the 41-year-old Portugal captain and Al Nassr forward, has returned to club duties sporting a dramatic new look. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has swapped his familiar dark brown hair for a striking copper-yellow shade as he begins preparations for the new Saudi Pro League season.Ronaldo returned to Riyadh after spending time away following Portugal's World Cup exit against Spain on July 6. He also recently married longtime partner Georgina Rodriguez in a civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, adding another major milestone to his summer.Ronaldo shared a picture on his Instagram story on Thursday, posing in a black T-shirt with a necklace, watch and Gucci wash bag. The biggest change, however, was on his head, with the forward sporting a gelled crop of copper-yellow hair. The new colour stood out against his dark eyebrows and offered a very different look for the veteran forward as he prepares for another season in Saudi Arabia.RONALDO RETURNS TO AL NASSRRonaldo was back on the training pitch with Al Nassr on Thursday as the club prepares for the opening rounds of the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League campaign. New Al Nassr manager Ange Postecoglou has described Ronaldo as someone who is "always ready", but it remains unclear whether the forward will feature in the opening match.Al Nassr begin their league campaign at home against Al Fateh on August 15 before travelling to face Al Riyadh on August 21. According to The Al Nassr Tribune, Ronaldo is expected to make his competitive debut for the new season against Al Riyadh, although the coaching staff are yet to make a final decision.A NEW SEASON, BIG TARGETSThe upcoming campaign will mark Ronaldo's 25th season in club football, with the Portuguese continuing to chase one of the biggest milestones of his career: reaching 1,000 goals.Despite the uncertainty over when he will first play, Ronaldo has continued to work on his fitness through his established training, nutrition and recovery routine.His return will also provide a boost to an Al Nassr side that has strengthened during the transfer window and is looking to mount a serious challenge for major honours.Ronaldo will also be aiming to reclaim the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot from Mexican forward Julian Quinones as he begins another campaign with plenty still left to chase.- EndsPublished By: Debodinna ChakrabortyPublished On: Aug 14, 2026 08:29 IST