Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr were once again left heartbroken after a dramatic penalty shootout defeat to Al Hilal. The match was a thrilling affair that went right down to the wire.
Al Nassr came into the game determined to overturn a 1-0 deficit from the first leg. They scored four goals, including a crucial equalizer in stoppage time of extra time. However, Al Hilal were not to be outdone, scoring four goals of their own.
With the score tied at 4-4 after two legs, the game went to a penalty shootout. This is where Al Nassr’s luck ran out, as foreign players such as Miroslav Brozovic, Alex Telles, and Otavio all failed to convert their spot-kicks. Al Hilal, on the other hand, scored all three of their attempts to win the shootout and the match.
The defeat marks the end of a disappointing campaign for Al Nassr. Despite the presence of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, the club were unable to make a deep run in the Asian competition.
Bad luck: Al Nassr were simply unlucky in the shootout, as their players were unable to beat the goalkeeper.
Al Hilal’s strength: Al Nassr’s opponents were also a strong team with a difficult playing style.
