(Riyadh) Cristiano Ronaldo will miss a much-anticipated reunion opportunity with Lionel Messi due to injury, Al-Nassr coach Luis Castro said on Wednesday.
Ronaldo is recovering from what is believed to be a calf injury.
It will not be restored in time for Thursday’s friendly match between Al-Nassr and Inter Miami in Riyadh.
“Cristiano is in the final stages of his recovery. We hope he will start working with the team again in the coming days, Castro said. He will not play against Miami. »
Messi and Ronaldo have been longtime rivals in Spain — playing for Barcelona and Real Madrid, respectively.
One or the other has won 13 of the last 15 Ballon d’Or awards, given to the best player in the world.