After a draw in the first round of the Asian Champions League, which resulted in Luís Castro’s departure, Al Nassr continued their good momentum under coach Pioli, beating Al Rayyan 2-1 in the second round.
Cristiano Ronaldo was decisive, scoring and dedicating the goal to his father, who would have turned 71.
Al Rayyan, who had already lost to Al Hilal, had a good first half, with André Amaro creating a chance that Bento saved well. In the end, Roger Guedes scored for Al Rayyan in the 87th minute, but Al Nassr held on for the win, reaching 4 points, level with Al-Saad.
Sadio Mané also shone, scoring the first goal after an assist from Al Ghannan. Ronaldo scored again in the 76th minute, but his first goal was disallowed by the VAR for offside.