This is why Cristiano Ronaldo stayed in Saudi Arabia
It’s unreal
The Saudi Tourism Authority has just unveiled a bold, modern, and iconic campaign, the “Unreal Calendar,” featuring the beating heart of Riyadh and Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo. This is why Cristiano Ronaldo stayed in Saudi Arabia.
Launching under the theme “I Came for Football, I Stayed for More,” the initiative sets out to highlight the variety and vibrancy of all the many world-class events taking place across Saudi Arabia.
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The new video focuses on high-impact sporting and entertainment moments like the Esports World Cup, Formula 1, the LIV Golf Riyadh, as well as top-tier tennis matches, boxing showdowns, and the Saudi Pro League.
These major events showcase the Kingdom’s rapid rise as a global hub for major international gatherings on the road to hosting the AFC Asian Cup 2027, the Olympic Esports Games in 2027, the Asian Winter Games in 2029, and the FIFA World Cup in 2034.
But if there’s one thing Saudi Arabia does, it’s exceed expectations. The country is known for its world-renowned performances in music, comedy, and theatre that just goes to show the ever-growing cultural openness and global reach.
Ronaldo has said that “being part of Saudi’s journey as a global sports hub has been truly special and somehow unexpected for me a few years ago.”
“What I admire most about Saudi is how it honors its roots while building for the future,” he added.
Events to look forward to in the next few months include MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2025, Noor Riyadh, and more.
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