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Sports Published At: 26 Nov 2024, 11:28 a.m.

Ronaldo’s double brings Al Nassr victory in AFC Champions League


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With this win, Al-Nassr climbed to a provisional second place in the AFC Champions League group standings and will not drop below third after the 5th round. Photo via X

The legendary Cristiano Ronaldo put the Saudi team ahead with a brilliant header while Al-Nassr faced Qatar’s Al-Gharafa away in the 5th round of the AFC Champions League.

venly contested and ended 0-0, with Al-Nassr creating only a few dangerous chances on Monday (November 26).

In the 58th minute, Al-Nassr doubled their lead through Angelo, who, just six minutes later, set up Ronaldo for a second goal, allowing the Portuguese star to complete his brace.

The hosts managed to respond with a goal by former Real Madrid forward Joselu in the 75th minute, but it was not enough.

With this win, Al-Nassr climbed to a provisional second place in the AFC Champions League group standings and will not drop below third after the 5th round.

Source: The Express Tribune