"Cristiano's influence is crazy" - Fans react as Arsenal superstar spotted repping Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr's 2024-25 home kit
Fans have reacted to a recent video in which Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice can be seen wearing the new jersey of Cristiano Ronaldo's club Al-Nassr. In a clip posted by Nfcdiario on X (formerly Twitter), the England star can be spotted repping the Saudi club's kit for the upcoming season.
In the video, Rice, who is on holiday following England's 1-2 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final on July 14, can be seen at a dinner, donning the colors of Al-Nassr as he ordered coffee.
The popularity of Al-Nassr has significantly increased since Ronaldo joined the club in 2022. The Knights of Najd have gained more followers worldwide, leading to an increase in fans wearing the club's jersey.
Ronaldo is one of the most influential sportsmen in the world, and fans credited his influence as the reason behind Rice's choice of kit. One fan commented:
"Bro Cristiano Ronaldo's influence is crazy fvck."
A second fan said by wearing an Al-Nassr jersey, Rice was showing his support for Cristiano Ronaldo. The fan wrote:
"Supporting the GOAT."
Another fan reiterated Ronlado's influence on the Saudi Pro League and Al-Nassr, claiming that the Portuguese star does not get the respect he deserves.
"Declan rice wearing an Al Nassr kit. This is what Ronaldo done for the Saudi league and the club and in return they give him nothing but disrespect," the fan wrote.
Below are a few more reactions from fans after seeing the Arsenal star in an Al-Nassr kit:
"The Ronaldo influence," one fan said.
"He has a taste," another fan commended Rice's choice of kit.
Declan Rice was hugely involved in England's second-place finish at Euro 2024. He played every single minute of the Three Lions' seven matches at the European Championship, registering an assist against Switzerland in the quarter-final.
Cristiano Ronaldo returns to pre-season camp ahead of Saudi Super Cup clash
Cristiano Ronaldo is back on the field, as he linked up with his Al-Nassr teammates in pre-season. The Portugal captain enjoyed summer vacation with his family following A Selecao's quarter-final run at Euro 2024.
However, with the Knights of Najd set to take on Al Taawoun in the Saudi Super Cup, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner resumed training with his club. The Saudi Pro League outfit is currently rounding up pre-season activities in Spain. Al Nassr will kick off their 2024-25 campaign with the Super Cup semifinal on August 14.