Cristiano Ronaldo Opts Out of 2025 FIFA Club World Cup,Citing Need for Rest
world-today-news.com – July 2, 2025
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Cristiano Ronaldo will not participate in the expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, despite reported interest from several clubs including river Plate and Monterrey [[3]]. The Al-Nassr star turned down offers to play in the tournament, prioritizing rest and preparation for the upcoming season [[2]].
Ronaldo explained his decision in an interview with Al-Nassr’s official channel,stating he “had some offers to play the World Cup,but I think it made no sense. I prefer good rest and preparation, as this season will be very long.” [SOURCE].
This absence marks a notable gap in the tournament’s star power [[1]], as fans anticipated witnessing Ronaldo compete on the global stage.
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