Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr got a large setback during the season 2024–25 and fell 3-2 to Kawasaki Frontale in AFC Champions League Semifinal. After missing a place in the final, The Portuguese star took to social media to share a hearty message with fans.
Al Nassr went into the match as heavy favorites, especially with Kawasaki Frontale sitting eighth in Japan’s J1 -LIGHT. However, the sub -dogs hit early and held a late wave and left Al Nassr a fantastic defeat on the home park.
The Portuguese star was in the middle of one of the match’s most dramatic moments. With Al Nassr who beat 3-2 at stoppage time, Ronaldo was one-on-one with the goalkeeper. After hitting the goalkeeper with a soft touch, he failed to connect clean on target—Mavar a golden opportunity to equalize and send Al Nassr who crashes out of the tournament.
Ronaldo’s message to the fans
With the season 24-25 reaches its conclusion, The defeat against Kawasaki ends up becoming a huge blow to Al Nassr’s silver destruction. When the loss dropped, Ronaldo’s supporters addressed through a message on their social media:
“Sometimes the dream has to wait. I am proud of this team and all we gave on the pitch. Thanks to all the fans who believed in us and stood by us every step of the road. Your support means the world“Ronaldo wrote a few minutes after the match.
Although he played at Alinma Stadium in front of his home fans, Al Nassr could not benefit from his chances. Kawasaki Frontale now meets Al Ahli in the AFC Champions League finalAfter Al Ahli’s victory with 3-1 over Al Hilal in the second semi -finals.
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What is next for Cristiano Ronaldo?
With the Champions League campaign over, Ronaldo’s only remaining shot at Silverware this season is in Saudi Pro League. But with only five matches left and an eight-point gap that separates Al Nassr from the top spot, the title disappears quickly.
