The spotlight returns to continental action as Al Nassr, led by coach Jorge Jesus, host Al Zawraa in Matchday 6 of the 2025 AFC Champions League Two. While both teams have already secured qualification, the fixture has drawn attention for reasons beyond the standings. Follow Al Nassr vs Al Zawraa live with us!
At the center of the discussion is Cristiano Ronaldo, who has yet to appear in the competition after an early agreement with the coaching staff to manage his workload. That plan was designed to limit fatigue during a demanding stretch of the season.
However, the 28‑day pause in domestic competition has shifted the dynamics. With Saudi league play on hold due to the national team’s Arab Cup commitments, Al Nassr now view this match as a chance to regain rhythm and rebuild competitive sharpness.
Cristiano Ronaldo starts, makes AFC Champions League Two debut
Cristiano Ronaldo is starting for Al Nassr today, being the team’s captain against Al Zawraa. Al Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus had already anticipated in his pre‑match press conference that Ronaldo would play, affirming his inclusion in the squad after weeks of strategic rotation aimed at managing fatigue. “Cristiano Ronaldo will be there for the game against Al‑Zawraa tomorrow (today),” he said. After resting the previous games, CR7 is making his debut in the 2025-26 AFC Champions League two today.
Cristiano Ronaldo and players of Al Nassr celebrates victory after winning the Saudi Pro League match. Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images
Al Nassr lineup vs Al Zawraa today
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Here’s the Al Nassr starting XI for today’s AFC Champions League Two Matchday 6 clash against Al Zawraa: Bento, Sultan, Amri, Saad, Khaibari, Brozovic, Angelo, Coman, Wesley, Joao Felix, Ronaldo.
