Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr experienced a devastating quarter-final exit from the Asian Champions League after a dramatic penalty shootout loss to Al-Ain. Despite trailing 1-0 from the first leg, Al-Nassr fought back from a 3-0 aggregate deficit to force extra time.
Ronaldo endured a rollercoaster of emotions. He missed a shocking open-goal chance in normal time, but later redeemed himself with a crucial 118th-minute penalty to level the aggregate score at 4-4. Sadly, it wasn’t enough. Ronaldo was the only Al-Nassr player to convert in the shootout, which they lost 3-1.
The 39-year-old’s Al-Nassr journey in the prestigious Asian competition ends in heartbreak after a thrilling encounter that showcased both his resilience and the team’s fighting spirit.
