AFC hack exposes 150,000 players’ data, Ronaldo among those hit

According to Nogo Mania, a large-scale cyberattack targeted the Asian Football Confederation, exposing sensitive data linked to more than 150,000 players and staff. The breach is described as one of the most serious incidents in football history, with leaked information including passport copies, contracts, email addresses, and personal identification data.

High-profile names are also linked to the breach, with players connected to Al Nassr among those potentially exposed, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mane, and Joao Felix. The report notes that the scale and detail of the data raise major concerns for privacy and security within the sport. The incident was reported on 29 April 2026. Readers are directed to read more at Nogo Mania for further details.