Cristiano Ronaldo could play at FIFA Club World Cup: Infantino

aljazeera.comPublished: 5/24/2025

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly under discussions with FIFA to participate in the Club World Cup this summer, as his Saudi Arabian club, Al Nassr, did not qualify. FIFA president Gianni Infantino suggested it could be a short-term deal for Ronaldo, potentially joining Lionel Messi at the tournament alongside a historic reunion. The move would boost the tournament's profile and align with FIFA's goal of attracting global attention to its inaugural event in the U.S., which is set to take place across 11 cities.