
Al-Nassr secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Esteghlal on March 10, 2025, advancing to the Asian Champions League quarter-finals.
Match Highlights:
- Early Lead: Jhon Duran capitalized on a defensive error to open the scoring for Al-Nassr.
- Ronaldo’s Contribution: Cristiano Ronaldo converted a penalty, awarded after a foul on Sadio Mane, to double the lead.
- Esteghlal’s Setback: Mehran Ahmadi of Esteghlal received a red card in the first half, reducing their chances of mounting a comeback. Sealing the Victory: Duran added his second goal late in the match, ensuring a comprehensive win for Al-Nassr.
This result follows a goalless draw in the first leg on March 3, 2025, where Al-Nassr was without Cristiano Ronaldo due to muscle fatigue.