Cristiano Ronaldo, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner joined his Al Nassr teammates and embraced Saudi Arabian culture and ethnic wear to celebrate the foundation day of the middle eastern country.
The 38-year-old was all in smiling and enjoying the day with his new teammates. During the Foundation day event at Al Nassr's home ground, Cristiano can be seen putting on Thawb along with his Al Nassr colleagues. Ronaldo can also be seen drinking an Arabic drink at the event and dancing with a sword in his hand.
Happy founding day to Saudi Arabia ??
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) February 22, 2023
Was a special experience to participate in the celebration at @AlNassrFC ! pic.twitter.com/1SHbmHyuez
Former Real Madrid and Manchester United star posted a video on his social media saying, "Happy founding day to Saudi Arabia. Was a special experience to participate in the celebration at @AlNassrFC!" In the video, we can see Ronaldo adapting the new Arabian culture and mixing up with his new teammates.
Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr in January on a reported $214m a year contract. At his official unveiling, Cristiano Ronaldo spoke of his desire to raise awareness of Saudi Arabia on and off the pitch. He said: “I gave my word to this club, not only to develop the football, but other parts of the country.