Saudi Pro League: Ronaldo's Injury Protocol Enters Al Hilal for Akcicek
10 March 2026
Injury protocol update
The Boss reveals details of his star's treatment ahead of the Al Fateh clash in the Saudi League.
Al Hilal have decided to follow Cristiano Ronaldo's injury protocol to manage their injured ace in the coming days.
The club announced on X that defender Yusuf Akcicek has flown to Paris to consult specialist Gil Ribol.
The aim is to check whether surgery, injections, or aggressive procedures are needed and to keep the player on a natural rehab path.
Ronaldo himself recently followed the same approach, flying to Madrid to discuss his own abdominal issue with his doctor as he eyes a quick return.
Physiotherapist Thamer Al-Shahrani said on X that Gil Ribol is one of the most respected experts in lower abdominal injuries for athletes.
The point is to verify the player doesn't need surgery or injections and can continue with conservative care.
Akcicek has appeared 17 times for Al Hilal since his summer move from Fenerbahce, and has one goal to his name.
Club officials insist the goal is a swift, safe return without surgery or injections, relying on careful rehab and monitoring.
If all goes well, the star could be back in time for their next Saudi Pro League fixture, though the medical staff politely refuse to name a precise date.
Punchline: If healing were a transfer, this is a blockbuster deal—small fee, big comeback.
Punchline 2: Ronaldo's doctors should open a clinic named Injury to Victory, turning pain into standing ovations.
