IN PICTURES: The grind continues for African star Sadio Mane, Cristiano Ronaldo & Al Nassr in Lagos

The preseason intensity has reached new heights as football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, African star Sadio Mane, and the rest of the Al Nassr squad continue their rigorous training sessions in Lagos, Portugal, ahead of the upcoming Saudi Pro League season.

After wrapping up their initial phase in Lisbon with a 2-1 victory over Toulouse, where Ronaldo also found the net, Al Nassr, featuring new signing João Felix, officially shifted their camp to Lagos. 

Their arrival set social media abuzz, with the club declaring, “Lisbon chapter closed, Lagos chapter loading,” and sharing a series of pictures from the evening sessions capturing their commitment and focus.

The images highlight Ronaldo, who, at 40, remains the center of attention, leading drills and displaying characteristic drive and sharpness, even donning club’s training gear alongside his teammates. 

Sadio Mane, the celebrated African forward, appeared relaxed with his phone, further raising the squad’s competitive edge and morale. João Félix was also spotted integrating quickly with his new teammates.

Coach Jose Jesus pushed the players through high-intensity routines in the cool Lagos breeze, as photographers caught moments of unity, laughter, and sheer determination. 

The session’s energy signals Al Nassr’s ambition to maintain their status among Saudi Arabia’s and Asia’s elite clubs, with their Super Cup clash against rivals Al Ittihad right around the corner.

For fans, the vivid behind-the-scenes photos shared by Al Nassr’s official channels have only fueled excitement, offering a glimpse of global football heroes hard at work on the picturesque Portuguese coast, a fitting tableau for the club’s final preseason push.