Ronaldo to make UAE stops in Abu Dhabi and Dubai this season.
Dubai: The dates for Al Nassr’s AFC Champions League Elite matches in the UAE have been confirmed, giving fans another chance to watch Cristiano Ronaldo in action.
Saudi Pro League champions Al Nassr were drawn alongside UAE sides Al Ain and Shabab Al Ahli in the 2026/27 competition.
Fixture dates & venues
- Al Ain vs Al Nassr: September 15, 2026 — Hazza bin Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Shabab Al Ahli vs Al Nassr: February 15, 2027 — Al Rashid Stadium, Dubai
Ronaldo is expected to feature in both fixtures, although his participation will ultimately depend on his availability and selection.
Al Ain v Al Nassr – September 15, 2026
Venue: Hazza bin Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Shabab Al Ahli v Al Nassr – February 15, 2027
Dubai – Al-Rashid Stadium
Will Ronaldo definitely play in these matches?
Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to be available when Al Nassr travel to the UAE for their AFC Champions League Elite fixtures, but his participation cannot be confirmed this far in advance. His appearance will depend on his fitness, availability and selection closer to each match.
The two fixtures will be major tests for the Saudi champions, who will face UAE opposition in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai during the league phase.
Ticket news
Tickets for Al Nassr’s UAE fixtures have not yet been released. Al Ain season-ticket holders are guaranteed access to the September 15 match, while Shabab Al Ahli season-ticket holders also have access to their fixture, although their allocation has already sold out.
Fans will need to wait for the respective clubs to announce details of any remaining general ticket sales.
Tickets for Al Nassr’s UAE fixtures have yet to be released.
However, Al Ain season-ticket holders are guaranteed access to the September 15 match, while Shabab Al Ahli season-ticket holders also have access, although their season-ticket allocation has now sold out.
Fans will need to wait for the clubs to announce details of any remaining general ticket sales.
