Cristiano Ronaldo dropped from AFC Champions League opener

Did Cristiano Ronaldo miss Iran trip with Al Nassr due to fear of 99 lashes for adultery?
Cristiano Ronaldo recently missed Al Nassr’s AFC Champions League clash against Esteghlal, sparking speculation over legal concerns in Iran. Reports suggested he could face 99 lashes for a past incident.
Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today for Al Nassr vs Esteghlal in the AFC Champions League Round of 16 First Leg?
Amid growing speculation on social media about Cristiano Ronaldo's presence in Iran for Al Nassr's AFC Champions League clash against Esteghlal, head coach Stefano Pioli addressed whether the Portuguese star will be available for the match.
Al Nassr reveal why Ronaldo was dropped for Champions League clash against Esteghlal
Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of the matchday squad for their AFC Champions League clash against Esteghlal. Ronaldo did not travel to Tehran with the rest of his teammates for the first leg of the last-16 tie.
Al Nassr fans are all making the same point about Jhon Duran after goalless draw in AFC Champions League
Al Nassr fans have been reacting on social media after watching Jhon Duran's performance against Esteghlal FC. On Monday evening, Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr were in AFC Champions League action as they took on Iranian outfit Esteghlal in the first leg of the round of 16.
99 Lashes For Adultery? Cristiano Ronaldo's Absence From AFC Champions League Sparks Rumours; Iran Embassy Denies Claims
Cristiano Ronaldo's absence from Al Nassr's squad for their AFC Champions League Round of 16 first-leg match against Esteghlal FC on March 3 raised questions regarding the reasons behind his omission.
AFC Champions League: Al-Nassr Play Out Goalless Draw With Esteghlal Sans Cristiano Ronaldo
Al-Nassr, without Cristiano Ronaldo, drew 0-0 at Esteghlal in the first leg of their AFC Champions League Elite last 16 clash
Real reason Cristiano Ronaldo isn't in Al Nassr squad for AFC Champions League clash amid '99 lashes' claim
The truth behind Cristiano Ronaldo's absence from Al-Nassr's squad for their upcoming AFC Champions League clash has emerged amid false claims about an incident that happened in 2023. Al Nassr will face Iranian side Esteghlal in the last 16 of the Asian Champions League on Monday, just three days falling to a 2-1 defeat against Al Orobah.
Esteghlal FC vs Al Nassr LIVE streaming info, AFC Champions League Elite: When, where to watch, Preview
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr finished third in their group (B) in the league phase, accumulating 17 points. Esteghlal FC, also in the same group as Al Nassr, finished sixth with nine points
Esteghlal 0-0 Al-Nassr: Duran despair as Ronaldo misses AFC Champions League stalemate
Jhon Duran hit a post and was thwarted by an inspired goalkeeping display as Al Nassr drew 0-0 in Iran without Cristiano Ronaldo.
Where to watch Esteghlal vs Al Nassr live in the USA: 2024/2025 AFC Champions League
Esteghlal face Al Nassr for the first leg of the 2024/2025 AFC Champions League round of 16. Find out here the kickoff times and full broadcast details, including TV and streaming options available in the USA.
Inconsistent Al-Nassr give Esteghlal hope in Asian Champions League
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr side will look to turn around a run of indifferent form against Iran's Esteghlal in Tehran on Monday as the Asian Champions League Elite moves into the knockout phase.
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Esteghlal vs Al Nassr highlights, EST 0-0 NAS, AFC Champions League Elite R016: First-leg finishes goalless
Follow live score and updates from the first leg of the AFC Champions League Round of 16 match between Esteghlal FC and Al ...
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Missed Chances Frustrate Al Nassr's Pioli
Al Nassr Club head coach Stefano Pioli expressed dismay over his team's inability to convert its chances in the tense 0-0 ...