Cristiano Ronaldo's private jet, a Bombardier Global Express 6500 valued at an estimated £61 million, took off from Riyadh on Monday evening and landed in Madrid the following night. This departure comes as Saudi Arabia grapples with Iranian drone strikes that hit the US embassy and other strategic sites, sparking widespread concern in the region.
An impact on Asian football
The attack caused limited material damage and no casualties have been confirmed at this stage. Meanwhile, the Asian Football Confederation has decided to suspend several matches of the AFC Champions League and other continental competitions scheduled in the western zone, citing security concerns.
But where is the player?
One point remains unclear: it has not been confirmed whether Cristiano Ronaldo, his partner Georgina Rodriguez, or their five children were on board the plane. Some reports suggest the player may have stayed in Riyadh, continuing his training with Al-Nassr despite a recent muscle injury. But nothing is certain…
Strategic departure or security precaution?
This nighttime departure, whether motivated by security reasons or logistical considerations, takes place against a backdrop of military escalation in the Middle East. Iranian reprisals and regional tensions have disrupted the sporting calendar and affected air traffic in the region.
Details regarding the player's actual presence on the plane and the impact on his season with Al-Nassr remain unclear, while the football world closely follows this situation…
Watch Cristiano Ronaldo's private jet after landing in Madrid:
