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Al Nassr’s impressive form continued as they faced Al Duhail in the AFC Champions League. Anderson Talisca delivered an ecstatic performance by scoring a hat trick to continue their winning streak. After the game, the Brazilian soccer star highly regarded Cristiano Ronaldo for his influence at the club while also committing to bring home the prestigious AFC Champions League trophy for the fans.

Ronaldo did not travel to Qatar for the game due to fatigue after playing consecutive games for Al Nassr. However, Talisca did not allow CR7’s absence to impact their gameplay and secured three points in style.

What did Anderson Talisca remark about Cristiano Ronaldo?

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s remarkable goal-scoring prowess played a pivotal role in cementing a strong position in both the AFC Champions League and the Saudi League. Al Nassr is second in the SPL just four points behind the league leaders, Al Hilal. The Portuguese icon appeared in 16 games and netted 15 goals this season which instantly showcases his impact.

After their previous triumph over Al Duhail, Talisca stressed that CR7’s display on the field has brought a significant shift in the mindset of the entire squad. He said in an interview, “The presence of the legend Cristiano Ronaldo contributed a lot to changing the mentality for the better”.

Importantly, Al Alami managed to leave a resounding impact in their AFC Champions League match against Al Duhail, despite CR7’s absence. Luis Castro’s men are brimming with confidence as they aim to clinch their second accolade of this season after winning all four group-stage games in the AFC Champions League.

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Can Al Nassr win more trophies in this season?

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Al Nassr secured a 2-3 victory against the Qatari side in the Group E match. Talisca’s hat trick in this away fixture proved to be the decisive factor for Al Alami. CR7’s side has already lifted the Arab Club Champions Cup this season. The 29-year-old star is confident in their ability to win the AFC Champions League title too. He remarked, “I always promise Al Nassr fans championships”.

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The Saudi-based club remained resolute in their goal after initially trailing against Al Duhail. Philippe Coutinho netted in just the 8 minute of the game. Al Nassr responded well by equalizing and then taking the lead in the first half of the match. Finally, Anderson Talisca sealed the game with his 80th-minute strike, extending their 17-match winning streak across all competitions. What are your thoughts on Talisca’s comments about Cristiano Ronaldo? Comment and let us know.

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