Suspense Over Cristiano Ronaldo’s India Visit Continues As Visa Application Filed But Saudi Media Claims He Won’t Travel

FC Goa are set to face Al Nassr in their third AFC Champions League 2 Group D fixture, on Wednesday. The upcoming fixture is a highly-anticipated clash for Indian football fans, and it will take place at the Fatorda Stadium in Margao. Will Cristiano Ronaldo come to India? There is no official confirmation on if Ronaldo will be part of Al Nassr's squad for the upcoming match.

Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo before a match.(REUTERS)

Earlier, reports stated that he applied for an Indian visa for the match. But according to the latest reports from Saudi Arabian media, despite multiple requests from FC Goa, Ronaldo will not travel to India for the match.

Ronaldo was not in the Al Nassr squad for their first two matches in the competition. He has been managing his workload as he gears up for the 2026 World Cup. Speaking to The Indian Express, FC Goa CEO Ravi Puskur said, "We do not have any clarity at present. His team has said they are exploring options and they will take a decision closer to time. We are following up and yet to get confirmation. As part of the protocol, every visiting club sends a list of their travelling contingent for visa applications, and in that squad of 28 players, Ronaldo’s application is also included."