Cristiano Ronaldo is proud of is trailblazing role in establishing the Saudi Pro League as one of the most influential competitions in the world.

The former Manchester United striker was ridiculed when signing for Al-Nassr in February.

But after the summer's events, he now looks back and says: “I knew it would happen, I said it six months ago and everyone thought I was the crazy one.

"But ultimately the crazy one isn't that crazy and it turns out to be normal to play in the Arab league.

"For me it was a great privilege to change the culture of a country in terms of football and to see great stars go to Saudi Arabia."