Ronaldo leads Al Nassr into AFC Champions League Elite semifinals

espn.comPublished: 4/27/2025

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo captivated fans with his stellar performance as Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr secured a thrilling 4-1 victory over Yokohama F.Marinos in the AFC Champions League Elite. The Portuguese forward delivered a masterful first half, scoring his eighth goal of the tournament and playing pivotal roles in their impressive win. Hosted by Jeddah, which was crucial for Al Nassr's quest to win their maiden continental title, they face either Al Sadd or Kawasaki Frontale in the semifinals. Key scorers included Jhon Durán's opener and Sadio Mané's double, with Ronaldo delivering a goal that capped off an incredible performance at his 33rd goal of the season.