Cristiano Ronaldo dropped from AFC Champions League opener

AFC Champions League: Al-Nassr Play Out Goalless Draw With Esteghlal Sans Cristiano Ronaldo
Al-Nassr, without Cristiano Ronaldo, drew 0-0 at Esteghlal in the first leg of their AFC Champions League Elite last 16 clash
Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today for Al Nassr vs Esteghlal in the AFC Champions League Round of 16 First Leg?
Amid growing speculation on social media about Cristiano Ronaldo's presence in Iran for Al Nassr's AFC Champions League clash against Esteghlal, head coach Stefano Pioli addressed whether the Portuguese star will be available for the match.
AFC Champions League Round of 16: Al Nassr, Esteghlal play out goalless first leg
Esteghlal and Al Nassr played out a goalless draw in the first leg of their AFC Champions League Elite Round of 16 match at the Azadi Sports Complex on Monday. It was a tale of two halves, as both teams had their fair share of chances but failed to convert any into a goal.
Al Nassr fans are all making the same point about Jhon Duran after goalless draw in AFC Champions League
Al Nassr fans have been reacting on social media after watching Jhon Duran's performance against Esteghlal FC. On Monday evening, Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr were in AFC Champions League action as they took on Iranian outfit Esteghlal in the first leg of the round of 16.
Goalless Stalemate: Al-Nassr Faces Esteghlal Without Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo was absent as Al-Nassr and Esteghlal played to a 0-0 draw in the AFC Champions League Elite second round. Despite Jhon Duran's efforts and Sadio Mane's opportunities, Esteghlal's goalkeeper kept a clean sheet.
Esteghlal FC vs Al Nassr LIVE streaming info, AFC Champions League Elite: When, where to watch, Preview
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr finished third in their group (B) in the league phase, accumulating 17 points. Esteghlal FC, also in the same group as Al Nassr, finished sixth with nine points
Esteghlal 0-0 Al-Nassr: Duran despair as Ronaldo misses AFC Champions League stalemate
Jhon Duran hit a post and was thwarted by an inspired goalkeeping display as Al Nassr drew 0-0 in Iran without Cristiano Ronaldo.
Ronaldo-less Al-Nassr draws at Esteghlal in Asian Champions League Elite
Cristiano Ronaldo was absent as Al-Nassr of Saudi Arabia and Esteghlal of Iran drew 0-0 in the first leg of the AFC Champions League Elite second round.
Where to watch Esteghlal vs Al Nassr live in the USA: 2024/2025 AFC Champions League
Esteghlal face Al Nassr for the first leg of the 2024/2025 AFC Champions League round of 16. Find out here the kickoff times and full broadcast details, including TV and streaming options available in the USA.
Inconsistent Al-Nassr give Esteghlal hope in Asian Champions League
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr side will look to turn around a run of indifferent form against Iran's Esteghlal in Tehran on Monday as the Asian Champions League Elite moves into the knockout phase.
Ronaldo and Al-Nassr chase Asian glory as Saudi clubs dominate
Cristiano Ronaldo can take a major step towards the Asian Champions League elite title in Iran on Monday, though Al-Nassr is not the only Saudi Arabian club in contention for the big prize. Ronaldo has yet to win a major trophy since signing for the Riyadh club in December 2022 and victory over Esteghlal of Tehran in the two-legged Round of 16 tie would mean a place in the last eight for Al-Nassr.
Jhon Duran struggles without Cristiano Ronaldo as worrying stat shows how much Al Nassr depend on star man
Jhon Duran failed to deliver in Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence as Al Nassr’s miserable record without their talisman continued.
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Esteghlal Held by Al Nassr in 2024-25 ACL R16 First Leg
Esteghlal and Al Nassr Club settled for a goalless stalemate in their AFC Champions League Elite 2024-25 Round of 16 first ...