Al-Nassr triumphed over Esteghlal at home, with two goals from Jhon Durán and one from Cristiano Ronaldo, thereby effortlessly advancing to the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League, despite Esteghlal competing with one fewer player for a significant portion of the match.
2:57 PM, one hour ago
45 Minutes of Additional Time
There will be an additional three minutes of stoppage time throughout the match. Esteghlal also executes two further substitutions: Saleh Hardani and Zobeir Niknafs are substituted by Iman Salimi and Abolfazl Zamani, marking the final two substitutions for the visitors.
2:55 PM, one hour ago
42′ Substitution in Al-Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo aimed to net a second goal in the match, utilizing a pass from Al Sulaiyhim to execute a powerful shot, but he sent the ball over the crossbar. Shortly thereafter, Al-Nassr underwent a substitution: Jhon Durán, the standout performer, was replaced by Khalil Marran.
2:54 PM, one hour ago ⚽ 38′ GOAL SCORED BY AL-NASSR
Jhon Durán gets the match’s second goal! During the match, the striker received a pass from Cristiano and directed the ball into the right corner of the net, securing Al-Nassr’s third goal and ensuring their advancement to the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League.
2:44 PM, one hour ago Thirty minutes: Additional modifications in Al-Nassr
The game diminishes in its rhythm. Esteghlal, reduced to ten players, is unable to mount an offensive, while Al-Nassr has ceased its heavy pressing strategy. Furthermore, the home team implements three additional substitutions: Al-Hassan, Yahya, and Mané have been substituted by Al-Sulaiheem, Ângelo, and Wesley.
2:42 PM, one hour ago 25′ Substitution in Al-Nassr
Salem Al Najdi committed a severe foul on Ramin Rezaeian in the attacking half, resulting in a yellow card. Shortly thereafter, Al-Nassr executed another substitution: Mohamed Simakan was substituted for Ali Lajami in the midfield.
2:31 PM, one hour ago
20th minute: Yellow card issued
Joel Kojo draws a yellow card for a severe foul on Al Najdi in the attacking half. Shortly thereafter, Yahya strikes forcefully from afar, directing the ball into Hosseini’s grasp. Esteghlal makes another substitution: Joel Kojo departs (prior to the opposition team receiving another red card) and Mohammad Reza Azadi enters the match.
2:27 PM, one hour ago
15′ Hosseini once more!
Yahya received the pass and struck forcefully, but blasted the ball beyond the goal, presenting yet another perilous opportunity for Al-Nassr. This became even more critical moments later when Yahya assisted Cristiano in the area, who shot high, but Hosseini deflected it once more!
2:24 PM, one hour ago
10′ HOSSEINI
Esteghlal attempted to counter swiftly, with Joel Kojo penetrating centrally and executing a powerful shot, albeit to the left of the goal. Shortly thereafter, Al Najdi received the pass within the penalty area and struck powerfully towards the left corner, but Hosseini sprang to deflect the ball away!
2:19 PM, one hour ago
5′ Obstructed
We opened the second half with fervor from Al-Nassr. The initial incursion posed a threat with Jhon Durán, whose powerful strike within the area was thwarted by Hosseini, so preventing Esteghlal from conceding a third goal. Yahya seized the rebound but directed his shot over the defenders.
14:11 Two hours prior
SECOND HALF COMMENCES
With the score at 2-0, following goals from Jhon Duran and Cristiano Ronaldo, the players return to the pitch as the second half of the match between Al-Nassr and Esteghlal commences in the second leg of the round of 16 of the AFC Champions League. Esteghlal executed two substitutions: Alizera Koushki and Armin Ohrabian were replaced by Jaloiddin Masharipov and Abolfzal Jalali.
13:53 Two hours prior
CEASE!
Halftime: Al Nassr leads Esteghlal 2-0 at King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh. The host team advances to the next stage of the AFC Champions League, thanks to goals from Jhon Duran and Cristiano Ronaldo.
13:51 Two hours ago, +3
We arrive at the 48th minute at King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh, where Al Nassr leads Esteghlal 2-0.
13:49 Two hours prior
DISMISSED
Esteghlal player received a red card. Ahmadi received a yellow card for elbowing Al-Fatil. The player, having received a yellow card, has now been dismissed from the game. His side suffers a 2-0 defeat, and now, with one player less, Esteghlal’s situation is precarious.
13:47 Two hours ago 40′ WHAT IS THAT, PLAYER?
Brozovic intercepts the ball near midfield, presenting a favorable opportunity for a counter-attack. Nevertheless, he becomes ensnared in possession, misplays the ball to no one, and stumbles alone, squandering a significant opportunity to secure a 3-0 lead for Al Nassr at home.
13:46 Two hours ago: 36′ by Little. Al-Nassr initiates a counter-attack. Brozovic advances centrally and passes to Cristiano Ronaldo, allowing him to penetrate the area independently. The No. 7 executes a cross into the net from beyond the penalty area. Nearly one-third!
1:29 PM, 2 hours prior 26′ GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo netted the second goal of the contest in Saudi Arabia. This marks CR7’s 927th goal in his illustrious career. Al Nassr currently has 2 points, while Esteghal has 0 at home.
13:27 Two hours ago: Penalty awarded to Al Nassr at the 24th minute.
The Esteghlal defense mishandles Raphael Silva, allowing Cristiano Ronaldo to regain possession and execute a backheel pass to Mané, who outmaneuvers the defender and concedes a penalty to the Al Nassr striker. It was CR7’s opportunity to achieve another goal in his career.
13:20 Two hours ago, 17 minutes elapsed.
Cristiano executes the free-kick diagonally toward the left side of the goal. It was a straight strike, expertly saved by Hosseini. An spectacular save by the Esteghlal goalie prevented the visitors from conceding a second goal in the encounter. Corner kick for Al Nassr.
13:19 Two hours ago, fifteen minutes remaining.
A pass into the area for Cristiano Ronaldo, who leaped excessively and headed above the goal. Following the shot, CR7 reflected on the Portuguese player’s inadequate header. Al Nassr leads Esteghal 1-0.
13:11 Three hours ago 8th Minute Goal by Al Nassr
Hosseini mishandles the ball, allowing Duran to seize it, who then outmaneuvers his opponent and deftly curls it past the Enteghlal goalkeeper, scoring a remarkable goal that advances Al Nassr closer to the play-offs.
13:09 Three hours ago, attempted by Al Nassr.
Al-Najdi advances into the area for Cristiano Ronaldo, who fails to connect with the ball, leaving it with the Esteghlal defense. Ndong then attempts a shot from outside the area, posing no threat to the hosts’ goal opportunity.
13:04 Three hours ago, first arrival at 1 minute.
Mehran Ahmadi made his initial appearance, attempted a shot, and it missed the target. Nearly the inaugural goal for the Esteghlal squad. The score is 0-0 between Al Nassr and Esteghlal in the AFC Champions League in Saudi Arabia.
13:03 Three hours prior
It has commenced!
Commencement at King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh. Al Nassr and Esteghlal concluded the AFC Champions League match in a 0-0 draw. The match in Saudi Arabia determines which team advances to the quarter-finals of the international tournament.
13:01 Three hours prior
It is imminent.
The two teams are positioned on the field for the commencement of the contest. All players are positioned on the Al Nassr ground, preparing for the commencement of the match in Saudi Arabia. Cristiano Ronaldo is a starter and the primary goal-scoring prospect for the home squad.
12:50 PM Three hours prior
BRAZILIAN INITIAL DEFENDER
The sole Brazilian representation in the Iranian team is 32-year-old defender Raphael Silva, who previously played for Goiás and Criciúma in Brazil. The defender is Esteghlal’s starting player for today’s match against Al Nassr.
12:44 PM Three hours ago
BENTO SELECTED Al-Nassr’s primary goalkeeper has been chosen by coach Dorival Júnior to represent Brazil during the FIFA World Cup in March. The team will confront Colombia and Argentina on March 20 and 25, respectively, in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.
12:10 PM Four hours ago
DEPARTURE
The initial leg without CR7 concluded in a 0-0 stalemate, and should another draw occur, the match will proceed to penalties. The victor will advance to the subsequent stage.
Objectives and Notable Moments for Al-Nassr 3-0 Esteghlal in AFC Champions League Encounter
