Cristiano Ronaldo will set foot on the Fatorda Stadium as part of Al-Nassr’s squad on October 22, 2025, according to recent reports. The match will see Al-Nassr go against FC Goa in the AFC Champions League Two group-stage match-up.
Cristiano Ronaldo to Visit India in October
The sports icon, who is also the most followed person on Instagram, will reportedly land in Goa by October 20th, two days before his scheduled match against FC Goa.
This marks Ronaldo’s first visit to India in his two-decade-long football career. He will captain Al-Nassr in their match against Goa, which is scheduled for October 22.
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Cristiano Ronaldo India Visit Details
The football icon will land in India between October 19th and October 20th, to adjust to the environment leading up to their match against FC Goa on October 22, according to reports online.
Ronaldo and the Al-Nassr team will leave for Goa shortly after their match against Al Fateh in the Saudi Pro League on October 18.
Why is Cristiano Ronaldo Visiting India?
Cristiano Ronaldo is visiting India after Al-Nassr was drawn into Group D of the AFC Champions League Two, which paired against FC Goa for their next away fixture. The two teams will face each other on October 22, with excitement in the air due to Ronaldo’s massive following in India.
Goa CM on Cristiano Ronaldo India Tour: “A Moment of Great Pride”
The Chief Minister of Goa, Pramod Sawant, shared his opinion on Cristiano Ronaldo’s historic visit to India. He spoke highly of the footballer, calling him the “greatest of all time,” before referring to his visit as a “moment of great pride for the state and the football capital of India.”
“The news about Cristiano Ronaldo’s possibility of visiting Goa has created huge excitement among football fans, not only in Goa but across India.Ronaldo is one of the great footballers of all time. Visiting Goa will be a moment of great pride for the state and the football capital of India,” said Sawant during the FA Awards Night in Taleigao on Friday.
The news of Cristiano Ronaldo’s visit has sent Indian football fans into a frenzy. However, the visit has not been finalised by his team, who can choose to bench Ronaldo in their upcoming match. The news will be confirmed as the match day gets closer.
Cristiano Ronaldo FAQ
Is Cristiano Ronaldo coming to India?
Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly coming to India between October 19th and October 20th, 2025, as part of Al-Nassr’s squad in their match against FC Goa.
Did Ronaldo ever go to India?
No, Ronaldo has never visited India in his two-decade-long career.
Which Indian actress dated Ronaldo?
No Indian actress is confirmed to have dated Ronaldo. Bollywood actress Bipasa Basu did engage in a viral kiss with the football star, but they were not confirmed to be dating.
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