Overview

• Al Nassr confirmed that Stefano Pioli and his coaching staff have left the club, thanking them for their service during a trophyless nine-month tenure
• The team finished third in the Saudi Pro League and failed to win the league title, King’s Cup or AFC Champions League, securing continental qualification after a successful legal appeal
• Pioli is expected to return to Fiorentina as head coach, marking his return to Serie A after guiding AC Milan to the 2021–22 Scudetto
• Al Nassr has opened its managerial shortlist, reportedly holding talks with Jorge Jesus and considering Sergio Conceicao among potential successors
• Cristiano Ronaldo, who has scored 99 goals in 111 appearances since January 2023, is on the verge of signing a contract extension through 2027