a commanding display on February 3, 2025, Al Nassr secured a 4-0 victory over Al Wasl in the AFC Champions League Elite West match held at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh. win not only reinforced Al Nassr’s position in the tournament but also highlighted their offensive prowess and strategic depth.
tch Overview*
The ge commenced with Al Nassr asserting dominance early on. Midfir Ali Al-Hassan opened the scoring in the 25th minute, capitalizing on a precise assist from Mohamed Simakan. Just be halftime, Cristiano Ronaldo doubled the lead by converting a penalty, sending the team into the break with a 2-0 advantage.
In the snhalf, Ronaldo showcased his aerial ability, netting a header to make it 3-0. Defender Abdh Al-Fatil sealed the victory with a goal in the closing stages, bringing the final score to 4-0.
Cristiano Rldo’s Impact
Ronaldo’s performce was particularly noteworthy. Operating in a slly adjusted role alongside new signing Jhon Durán, he not only scored twice but also introduced a new celebration. After his header, Rdo raised his hand and mimicked shooting it down, a departure from his trademark ‘Siuu’ celebration. (talksport.com)
This brace brings Ronaldo’s tally to 23 goals in appearances for Al Nassr, derscoring his significant contribution to the team’s success.
Debut of Jhon Durán
The match also marked the debut of Colombian forwJhon Durán, who recently joined Al Nassr from Aston Villa in a deal worth £75 million. Durányed the full 90 minutes, partnering effectively with Ronaldo in the attacking third. His presence added a new dinsion to Al Nassr’offense, and fans are eager to see howhis partnership evolves. (talksport.com)
Team Performance and Statistics
Al N’s cohesive play was evident throughout the match. They maintained 62% possessi, completed 345 accute passes with an 88% success rate, and registered sishots, three of which were on target. Defensively, they limited Al Wasl to sevents, only one of which was on goal. (livesoccertv.com)
Path Forward in the AFC Champions League Elite
This victory propelAl Nassr into the st 16 of the AFC Champions Lgue Elite. With five wins out of seven matches, they are set to face Persepolis in their final group stmatch on February 17. A win there could furtholidify their standing and momentum as they advance ie tournament. (talksport.com)
Broadcast Inrmation
For fa interested in following Al Nassr’s journey, matches are available through various broadcasters. In the USA, Pount+ provides live coverage. In India, matches can be streamed via the Fancode app. In the Middle East and North Africa, the SSC network holds broadcasting rights. Bangladeshi viewers can watch the gamen the T Sports network. (mykhel.com)
Conclusion
Al Nassr’s emphatic win over Al Wasl underscores their strength and ambition in the AFC Champions League Elite. With key players like Cristiano Ronaldo in top form and new talents like Jhon Durán integrating seamlessly, the team is well-positioned for continued success in both continental and domestic competitions.
