Reports suggest UEFA is contemplating inviting Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr to the upcoming Champions League season. Ronaldo’s stellar form in the Saudi League, marked by his 13th goal in a 3-1 victory over Al-Wehda, has garnered attention. Saudi journalist AlHarbi44 indicated UEFA’s interest due to Al-Nassr’s global prominence, especially among European football fans, and Ronaldo’s historic impact on the Champions League.

As the first player with five Champions League titles, Ronaldo holds records for most goals and matches played. His potential participation adds a unique allure, considering his seven knockout-stage goals, scoring in three finals, and other impressive feats.

Looking ahead, UEFA plans a points league format for the next Champions League season, featuring 36 teams. The top eight directly advance to the round of 16, teams ranked 9th to 24th face playoffs, while those placed 25th to 36th exit the competition.

This prospective invitation creates excitement for Al Nassr and Ronaldo enthusiasts, sparking anticipation for their potential inclusion in the esteemed Champions League.

Here is the highlight of Al-Wehda vs. Al-Nassr, which ended a 1-3 victory for Al-Nassr.

Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro

Forwarder, Midfielder

Portugal

Age: 39

188 cm

83 kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 28 3 Missed
Minutes 2395 85.5 Avg
Goals 32 1.1 Avg
Assist 10 0.4 Avg
Attempt 32 1.1 Avg
Passes 808 28.980.2% AvgSucc
Yellow 2 0.1 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 12 times for 1076 minutes for Pro League.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored 12 goals for Al Nassr. He procured 7 assists. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 2nd in Pro League. In the last match Al Nassr won 3-1 against Al Wahda. The next match in Pro League will be against Al Akhdoud.

Al Nassr performance and stats

Al Nassr

Manager: Luís Ribeiro de Castro
Rank 2nd
Win 25
Draw 2
Loss 4
Goals 93-37
Diff 56

Al Nassr is currently 2nd in the Pro League with 31 points.

In the last 13 games, it has won 10 times, drawn once, and lost twice. In its last match, Al Nassr won 1-3 against Al Wahda.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 36 goals and conceding 15.​

Al Nassr will play the next match in Pro League against Al Akhdoud on Wednesday 22nd of November in Riyadh.​

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