Al-Nassr Beats Esteghlal 1-0 in Dubai

Aymeric Laporte scored a late header in the 81st minute to secure a 1-0 victory for Al-Nassr over Esteghlal in the AFC Champions League match held in Dubai. This win keeps Al-Nassr unbeaten with seven points from three games, placing them fourth in their group, just two points behind Saudi rivals Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli. The match was relocated from Iran due to security concerns, and Esteghlal's goalkeeper Seyed Hossein Hosseini played a crucial role in keeping the score level until Laporte's decisive goal. Other notable results in the league include Al-Wasl's comeback win against Al-Gharafa, further showcasing the strength of Saudi and UAE clubs in the tournament. The upcoming knockout stages are set to begin in March, with the final matches planned for Saudi Arabia in April and May. Al-Nassr's performance continues to highlight the growing dominance of Saudi Pro League teams in continental competitions.