30.04.2025 21:50
Cristiano Ronaldo, before ending his career, expressed his desire to win as many trophies as possible. His team, Al-Nassr, was defeated 3-2 by the Japanese team Kawasaki Frontale in the AFC Champions League semi-finals and was eliminated. Ronaldo's self-muttering after the final whistle drew significant attention.
The AFC Champions League semi-final saw Saudi Arabian team Al Nassr face off against Japanese team Kawasaki Frontale. Kawasaki Frontale won the match 3-2.
The goals that brought victory to the Japanese team were scored by Tatsuya Ito in the 10th minute, Yuto Ozeki in the 41st minute, and Akihiro Ienega in the 76th minute. Al Nassr's goals were scored by Sadio Mane in the 28th minute and Ayman Yahya in the 87th minute. Ronaldo's effort, sending 8 shots towards the opponent's goal, was not enough to turn the match around.
RONALDO'S CUP DREAM SHATTERED
With this result, Cristiano Ronaldo, who recently stated, "I want to win every trophy I compete for before I put an end to my career. I am playing in a team that can achieve this," saw Al Nassr bid farewell to the tournament in the semi-finals.
TALKING TO HIMSELF
Cristiano Ronaldo spoke to himself after missing the chance to reach the final in the Asian Champions League.
FINAL ON MAY 3
Kawasaki Frontale, which reached the final, will face another Saudi team, Al Ahli, in the final match. The final will be played on May 3.