Since joining the Al-Nassr football club in Saudi Arabia on New Year’s Eve of 2022, Cristiano Ronaldo has been making news for how well he’s fitting into his new surroundings.
The famous Portuguese soccer player has been impressing his fans in the Gulf region with his respectful gestures towards the Arab culture. One time, he wore a traditional thobe to celebrate the founding day of the kingdom after he had just joined the club.
These small actions have made Ronaldo a favorite among fans. People really like how he’s embracing the country’s cultural values. Moving to a new country and getting used to its ways can be a big challenge for most people. But Ronaldo seems to be doing well with adapting to life in Saudi Arabia.
Learning and understanding a new language can be tough, especially Arabic. But Ronaldo has spent a few months in the country, and he’s already doing a great job with the language. In a video that Al-Nassr shared on social media, Ronaldo is seen saying “Salam Alaikum” (which means “peace be upon you” in Arabic) to his fans while smiling at the camera. This simple greeting has made a lot of Arabs happy and impressed by him.
And it’s not just Ronaldo who’s making an effort. Even his daughter has been seen speaking some Arabic, just like her dad. Ronaldo seems to be really enjoying his time in Saudi Arabia, especially after his team won their first-ever trophy earlier this month. They won the Arab Club Champions Cup by beating Al-Hilal with a score of 2-1 in extra time.
By the way, Ronaldo has scored 14 goals in 21 matches for Al-Nassr so far. He’s definitely making his mark on the team.
