Al-Sadd Defeats Al-Nassr 2-1 in ACL

Cristiano Ronaldo's absence was felt as Al Nassr suffered a 2-1 defeat to Al Sadd in the AFC Champions League, marking their first loss in the tournament. Ronaldo, who was rested ahead of a crucial league match, watched from the stands alongside his family. The game saw Al Sadd take the lead through Akram Afif, with Al Nassr equalizing late thanks to an own goal by Romain Saiss. However, a last-minute penalty by Adam Ounas sealed the victory for Al Sadd, complicating Al Nassr's progression in the group stage. Meanwhile, former Real Madrid player Jese Rodriguez reflected on his career struggles after a severe knee injury cut short his potential, once likened to Ronaldo’s successor at the club. Jese's journey highlights the challenges faced by young talents in football.