Infantino Backs Ronaldo: Saudi League on Path to Top Three
FIFA President Gianni Infantino publicly supports Cristiano Ronaldo’s statements and projects the Saudi Pro League as a future global powerhouse, endorsing the kingdom’s football strategy.
Institutional Endorsement for a Vision
The top leader of world football, Gianni Infantino, has given official backing to Cristiano Ronaldo’s vision for the growth of the Saudi Pro League (SPL). During a recent forum, the FIFA president stated that the league is “on its way to becoming one of the top three in the world,” thereby validating the praise the Portuguese star has given the tournament since his arrival at Al-Nassr in late 2022.
Infantino highlighted Ronaldo’s transformative role, noting that his signing marked a tipping point that accelerated the competition’s international projection, attracting global attention and other major stars.
A Comprehensive Strategy with Global Backing
This FIFA endorsement comes at a crucial strategic moment, following the confirmation of Saudi Arabia as the sole host of the 2034 World Cup. Infantino’s backing solidifies the so-called “Saudi model,” a strategy that combines massive investment in its domestic league with hosting mega-events to position itself as a new hub in world football.
Furthermore, the official referred to the potential of the national team, recalling its historic victory over Argentina, ahead of the tough Group H at the 2026 World Cup, where they will face Spain and Uruguay.
With this explicit support, the vision of turning the Saudi Pro League into a top-tier league gains unprecedented institutional credibility, backed by the highest authority in football.
