“I did my job in Europe, I won everything and played in the biggest clubs. I am moving on to a new challenge in Asia. Cristiano Ronaldo mastered his communication like Al-Nassr mastered the press conference presenting his new star. The journalists present did not ask any questions, allowing CR7 to quietly justify his choice to sign for two and a half years in Saudi Arabia before showing his face to the spectators installed in the stands of Mrsool Park.
“I am very proud to make this decision, had started the fivefold Golden Ball, in English. Al-Nassr gave me the opportunity to come, not only to play football but also to inspire younger generations of girls and boys. According to the Portuguese, many clubs, “in Europe, Brazil, Australia, the USA and even Portugal” have courted him despite his troubles with Manchester United. But he did not give in to these suitors. “I broke all the records in Europe and I want to break more here. »
Ronaldo is determined to “change mentalities” and has strongly defended his choice. “This contract is unique because I am a unique player,” he said, who should receive more than 200 million euros per year. The former Real Madrid striker says he doesn’t listen to his detractors: “Many people give their opinion without knowing football. The sport has changed over the last decade, all teams are better prepared. I know the league is competitive because I have seen several games. »
Rudi Garcia: “I have nothing to teach him”
New observers should also take a look at the Saudi championship. ” I am very surprised. Usually, there are only three or four journalists at a press conference,” joked Rudi Garcia, facing a full press room. “Great players like Ronaldo are the easiest players to manage, I have nothing to teach him,” added the former Marseille coach.
The French coach of the Riyadh club concluded the press conference. His new foal then dressed to greet his partners in the locker room. The captain’s speech, delivered in Arabic, was translated to him. The 37-year-old striker then joined the lawn, to the applause and “Siuuu” of the public.
On the meadow, he did not risk a juggling session. After distributing the punchlinesCR7 simply kicked autographed balls into the stands of a 25,000-seat stadium that was not completely full to celebrate the arrival of the biggest star in its history.