Al-Nassr defeats Esteghlal 3-0, reaches AFC Champions League quarter-finals

Al-Nassr secured their place in the AFC Champions League quarter-finals with a decisive 3-0 victory over Esteghlal of Iran, following a goalless first leg. Jhon Duran opened the scoring early with a lob over the goalkeeper, and Cristiano Ronaldo doubled the lead with a penalty after Sadio Mane was fouled in the box. Esteghlal's challenge diminished significantly when Mehran Ahmadi was sent off just before halftime, leaving them with ten men. Duran added a second goal late in the match to complete the scoring, ensuring Al-Nassr advanced with a 3-0 aggregate score. The team is seeking their first Asian championship and will find out their next opponents in a draw on March 14. Al-Sadd also progressed in the tournament, defeating Al-Wasl 4-2 on aggregate.