Ronaldo Eyes First Saudi Trophy in Asian Champions League Showdown
Source: news.source.mb
Cristiano Ronaldo, after a much-needed rest, is set to lead Al-Nassr in their quest for their first Asian Champions League title. The team faces Yokohama F.Marinos in the quarterfinals, with Ronaldo's focus now fully on achieving this major trophy in Saudi Arabia. Despite his stellar performance in the Saudi Pro League, Ronaldo is yet to win any silverware since joining Al-Nassr in December 2022.
Key Points
Ronaldo has not won any trophies since joining Al-Nassr in December 2022, despite breaking the Saudi Pro League scoring record last season.
Al-Nassr will face Yokohama F.Marinos in the Asian Champions League Elite quarterfinals.
Al-Nassr is expected to advance to the semifinals, especially after resting Ronaldo for their recent domestic league match.
The team has a strong lineup including new signings like Jhon Duran and former stars Sadio Mane and Aymeric Laporte.
All playoff games are being hosted in Jeddah, giving Al-Nassr a home advantage.
Yokohama F.Marinos, their opponents, are struggling in the Japanese league and have recently changed their coach.
Other Saudi teams, Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli, are also competing in the tournament with their own ambitions for the title.
