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Al-Nassr Seeks AFC Champions League Two Victory in Iraq Without Ronaldo
1 Oct
Summary
- Al-Nassr top of Saudi Pro League, face Al-Zawraa in AFC Champions League Two
- Cristiano Ronaldo and Wesley not traveling with Al-Nassr for the away match
- Sadio Mane, Joao Felix, and Kingsley Coman available for Al-Nassr's attack
As of October 1, 2025, Al-Nassr are sitting atop the Saudi Pro League with a perfect start to the season, having won all four of their opening matches. The Saudi Arabian giants will now turn their attention to the AFC Champions League Two, where they are set to take on Iraqi club Al-Zawraa in a group stage fixture.
This will be an away tie for Al-Nassr, marking their first away match in the continental competition after a comfortable home win against Tajikistan's Istiklol. Al-Zawraa, on the other hand, are coming off a convincing victory over India's FC Goa in their opening match.
Notably, Al-Nassr will be without their star player, Cristiano Ronaldo, as well as Wesley, for the upcoming clash. However, the team will still boast a formidable attacking lineup, with Sadio Mane, Joao Felix, and Kingsley Coman all available for selection. Bento will be in goal for the visitors, while Marcelo Brozovic will be tasked with pulling the strings in central midfield.
For the hosts, Nizar Mahmoud Al-Rashdan will be the key player in midfield, known for his ability to deliver precise forward passes. Reziq Bani Hami, the Jordanian striker, will lead the attacking unit, with Mohammed Qasim Majid providing support as the playmaker.
