Riyad Mahrez is in awe of “extraordinary” Saudi Pro League rival Cristiano Ronaldo, with the Al-Ahli star admitting it “isn’t easy” to be CR7.

• CR7 is showing no sign of slowing down
• Signed new two-year contract at Al-Nassr
• Messi linked with move to the Middle East

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  With the eyes of the world forever on him, and having passed his 40th birthday, Portuguese GOAT Ronaldo continues to produce performances that defy logic. He remains in peak physical condition and has lost none of his hunger for success.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Five-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo collected another Golden Boot in 2024-25, with 35 goals being registered in total for Al-Nassr, and he has committed to a new two-year contract in the Middle East.

• WHAT MAHREZ SAID

  Ex-Manchester City winger Mahrez is in awe of Ronaldo’s incredible talent, telling of the evergreen frontman: “He's incredibly strong and deserves the recognition he receives. Even at 40, look at the way he moves and how he starts; it's impressive. He's truly extraordinary, and being like Cristiano isn't easy.”

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  DID YOU KNOW?

  Al-Nassr, with veteran coach Jorge Jesus now at the helm, are looking to bring in more proven performers alongside Ronaldo. They are determined to help their talismanic No.7 win the domestic honours that he craves.

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