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Ronaldo Sits Out as Al-Nassr Faces Arkadag in ACL Two
11 Feb
Summary
- Arkadag faces Al-Nassr in AFC Champions League Two.
- Cristiano Ronaldo is rested and not playing in the match.
- Al-Nassr enters with a strong six-game winning streak.

The AFC Champions League Two 2025-26 season continues with the round of 16 first-leg match between Arkadag and Al-Nassr. This fixture is scheduled to take place at the Ashgabat Stadium in Turkmenistan on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Fans hoping to see Cristiano Ronaldo in action will be disappointed, as he has been rested for this particular game by manager Jorge Jesus. This decision means Al-Nassr will compete without their star forward.
Despite the notable absence of Ronaldo, Al-Nassr enters the contest as the clear favorites. Their impressive form is underscored by a current six-game winning streak in the Saudi Pro League, highlighting their strong performance heading into the Asian football tournament.




