Al-Nassr are all set to face Istikol in the AFC Champions League 2023-24 match on Monday, October 2 at King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Al-Nassr enters the match after several outstanding performances in the Saudi Pro League 2023-24. Their most recent victory, a 2-1 triumph over Al-Tai last Friday was their 6th straight victory in the league. Ronaldo once was on the scoresheet as he converted a last-second penalty to secure a victory.

In their AFC Champions League 2023-24 campaign, Al-Nassr defeated the Iranian side Persepolis 2-0 away from home in their opening group stage encounter to earn their first victory. Istiklol, on the other hand, drew 0-0 at home with Qatari team Al-Duhail to open their AFC Champions League 2023-24 campaign. Cristiano Ronaldo Performs Viking Clap Along With Teammates After Al-Nassr’s Victory Over Al-Tai in Saudi Pro League 2023-24, Video Goes Viral

Will Cristiano Ronaldo play today in Al-Nassr vs Istiklol AFC Champions League 2023-24 fixture?

Cristiano Ronaldo is anticipated to start when Al-Nassr hosts Tajik team Istiklol in the AFC Champions League. He will be aiming to score his first goal in the AFC Champions League as he is taking part in this competition for the first time in his legendary career. Cristiano Ronaldo is in top form as he once again was on the scoresheet for his side in the Saudi Pro League 2023-24 as Ronaldo's decisive penalty kick helped Al-Nassr clinch a 2-1 win over Al-Tai. Over the course of just 9 games in all competitions, Cristiano Ronaldo has contributed 10 goals and 5 assists and will be looking to add more in tonight's fixture.

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