Overview
- Al-Nassr, which thrashed Al-Wasl 4-0 on Sunday, moved into the AFC Champions League Two semi-finals as Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 969th career goal.
- The semi-final is a single-leg tie against Qatar’s Al Ahli on Wednesday, April 22, at Dubai’s Zabeel Stadium following an AFC rescheduling.
- Regional outlet Asharq Al-Awsat reported the AFC would hold the May 16 final at Al Awwal Park only if Al-Nassr advance, with Doha hosting if Al Ahli go through.
- Joao Felix skipped a recent group training session due to fatigue and worked individually, with local reports calling it precautionary and saying he remains available.
- In domestic play, Al-Nassr lead the Saudi Pro League with 76 points from 29 matches as Al-Hilal chase with a game in hand, and the club’s winning streak across competitions stands at 18.