Al-Nasr vs Al-Saad: Can Al-Nasr Win Without Ronaldo
Ronaldo Rests as Al-Nasr Falls to Al-Saad in AFC Champions league
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Al-Nasr suffered a 2-1 defeat against Qatar’s Al-Saad in the AFC Champions League on Monday, marking their second loss in the competition.The match, played at Al-Awal park Stadium, saw Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo sidelined for rest ahead of a crucial Saudi Pro League clash against rivals Al-Ittihad.
Ronaldo’s absence was felt as al-Nasr struggled to find their rhythm. While Romain Saiss managed to pull one back for the home side in the 80th minute, goals from Akram Afif (53rd minute) and Adam Ounas (90th minute) from the penalty spot secured the victory for Al-Saad.
This setback leaves Al-Nasr in third place in the group standings with 13 points, having won four, drawn one, and lost one match. Al-Saad, simultaneously occurring, sits in fourth place with 12 points.
Ronaldo’s absence comes as no surprise. Since joining Al-Nasr last year, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has missed 11 matches, primarily for rest and recovery.
The decision to rest Ronaldo ahead of the highly anticipated ”El Clasico” against Al-Ittihad next Friday highlights the importance of the league fixture.The rivalry between the two clubs is one of the most intense in Saudi football, and Al-Nasr will be looking to secure a crucial victory to maintain their title challenge.
ronaldo Missing: al-Nasr Stumbles in Champions League
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Al-Nasr dropped points in the AFC Champions League on Monday, falling 2-1 to Qatar’s Al-Saad at Al-Awal Park Stadium. Star forward Cristiano Ronaldo sat out the match, resting ahead of a vital Saudi Pro League clash wiht rivals Al-Ittihad next Friday.
The portuguese superstar’s absence proved costly, as Al-Nasr struggled to find its footing. While Romain Saiss pulled one back for the home team in the 80th minute, goals from Akram Afif in the 53rd minute and a late penalty from Adam Ounas secured the victory for Al-Saad.
This defeat leaves Al-Nasr in third place in the group standings with 13 points, having won four, drawn one, and lost one match. al-Saad, meanwhile, sits in fourth place with 12 points.
Ronaldo’s decision to rest is unsurprising given his history with the club. As joining Al-Nasr last year,the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has missed 11 matches,primarily for rest and recovery.
With Al-Ittihad looming large, Al-Nasr will be hoping Ronaldo is fully fit and firing for the highly anticipated “El Clasico.” The rivalry between the two clubs is one of the most intense in Saudi football,making the upcoming match crucial for al-Nasr’s title challenge.