Cristiano Ronaldo lead a large setback in Saudi pro league Title race after Al NassrS 3-2 loss to Karim Benzemas al Ittihad On Wednesday. As the season 2024-25 approaches the end, The Portuguese star’s chances of qualifying for the next edition of AFC Champions League Elite is now in severe danger.
Al Nassr’s problem began on April 30, when Kawasaki Frontale pulled off a shock 3-2 victory in the AFC Champions League semi -finalsCrush the continental hopes of the Saudi side. But the loss for Al Ittihad may have been an even heavier blow – shifted its focus from a potential title push to a struggle just to qualify for international competition.
Is currently sitting fourth in the league with 60 points from 30 matches, Al Nassr Trail the first place with 11 points-with only 12 points left to play for. While the league title slides away, the greater concern is now the Champions League qualification.
Usually three Saudi Pro League clubs qualify for AFC Champions League. However, Since Al Ahly has already won this season’s tournament, only the two best leagues will secure places in next year’s competition. This means that Al Nassr must climb to second place to earn a ticket to the edition 2025–26.
As it stands, Al Ahly is third with 61 points, Al Hilal is second with 65and Al Ittihad tops the table with 71. With only four matches left, Ronaldo and Al NassR need not only win, but also hope that their rivals release points – a high order with time that ends.
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Another trophyless season for Cristiano Ronaldo
Since he arrived at Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo has continued to take up goals, To pursue their career call to 934 and drive conversation about a potential milestone of 1,000 goals. But his trophy cabinet has not grown at the same rate.
2023, Ronaldo Lifted Arab Club Champions Cup with Al NassrAlthough not recognized as an official FIFA trophy. Apart from that title, the Portuguese icon has not yet claimed large cutlery in Saudi Arabia – and it seems that drought will extend at least for the next season.
