Cristiano Ronaldo's name is already taking the centre stage.

His inclusion, along with teammate Otávio, has rekindled the enthusiasm of Mexican fans eagerly awaiting the reopening of the Banorte Stadium.

This match, more than just a friendly against "El Tri," will serve as a crucial test event for the venue before the 2026 World Cup.

Despite his presence on the preliminary list, the Portuguese captain's actual participation remains uncertain. Ronaldo has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, keeping him out of his club's last matches in Saudi Arabia.

The Portuguese Football Federation is now awaiting final medical reports to determine if the all-time top scorer in international football will be physically fit to travel to Mexico City and play in the historic stadium.

Regardless of Ronaldo's physical condition, the squad led by Martínez is expected to include its key players. Names like Bruno Fernandes, Rúben Dias, Bernardo Silva, and goalkeeper Diogo Costa are expected to be present for this high-level test in Mexico.

Although rumours have surfaced about a possible strategic absence of the forward, Al-Nassr has clarified that the injury is legitimate and that the recovery process has been longer than initially anticipated, leaving the final decision in the hands of the national team's coaching staff.