Al-Nassr suffered a bitter 3-2 defeat against Kawasaki Frontale in the AFC Champions League semi-finals, failing to reach the final, just as they did in their last semi-final appearance in 2020 when they lost to Persepolis.

The match showcased one of Cristiano Ronaldo’s weakest performances this season. The Portuguese superstar not only failed to score against the Japanese side but also missed one of Al-Nassr’s best chances in the closing minutes, resulting in his team’s elimination.

The veteran Al-Nassr captain tweeted hours after the match:“Sometimes you have to wait to achieve a dream. I am proud of this team and all the effort they showed on the field. Thank you to all the fans who believed in us and supported us at every stage. Your support means the world.”