Excitement among fans is peaking as Al-Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, prepares to face Iranian club Persepolis FC in the AFC Champions League. Al-Nassr, leader of Group E, is on the cusp of securing qualification for the knockout rounds. However, they still find themselves grappling with a significant challenge ahead of their pivotal encounter. In the wake of a relentless schedule and their pursuit of glory, Al Nassr now faces an unexpected hurdle.

As the team aims to challenge the Saudi Pro League title, they have been on a tremendous winning streak lately. With the crucial clash against Al-Hilal also nearing, this latest hurdle could potentially cause trouble for Al-Nassr.

Al-Nassr’s boss is concerned with the fitness of his players!

A serious challenge looms over the Al-Nassr squad, casting a shadow over their quest for continental glory. The relentless schedule of matches, coupled with the international break, has left Al Nassr’s players drained and struggling to recover. During a pre-match press conference, Al-Nassr’s manager, Luis Castro, subtly alluded to these concerns. He expressed concerns about the team’s physical condition, acknowledging that the players are ‘still recovering’ for complete fitness.

“We worked a lot to prepare for tomorrow’s match, and we also played a match two days ago, and the players are still recovering,” Castro admitted. Al-Nassr has registered eight consecutive wins in the Saudi Pro League and a perfect record in the AFC Champions League. 

Moreover, Cristiano Ronaldo will continue to lead the Al-Nassr lineup if Luis Castro doesn’t opt to rest the Portuguese star. Ronaldo’s recent heroics, including a stunning brace against Al-Okhdood, have propelled Al-Nassr to a solid position in the Saudi League. All eyes will be on the Portuguese star when he returns on-pitch.

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Al-Nassr hopes for Cristiano Ronaldo to continue his goal-scoring streak

Despite the fatigue concerns, Al Nassr can still rely on Cristiano Ronaldo to deliver. The Portuguese superstar has been in red-hot form, leading the Saudi Pro League goal-scoring charts with 15 goals in 13 appearances. With the critical clash against league leaders Al-Hilal looming, Luis Castro will be forced to prioritize one competition over the other.

Ronaldo’s goal-scoring prowess has been instrumental for Al-Nassr throughout the season. His consistency and ability to find the back of the net have made him a genuine threat in the Saudi Pro League. The stage is set for a spectacle that promises drama and flair.

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