According to Saudi Arabia's newspaper, Al Nassr coach Jorge Jesus has omitted Cristiano Ronaldo from the squad travelling to Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, for the AFC Champions League Group Stage match against Istiklol Dushanbe.
According to sources, Jorge Jesus has omitted Cristiano Ronaldo from the squad travelling to Dushanbe, Tajikistan, for the AFC Champions League second-tier group stage fixture against Istiklol. Additionally, Coman and goalkeeper Aqidi have been excluded; Coman is being rested to complete his rehabilitation programme, while Aqidi requires recuperation after exerting himself excessively during Sunday's 4-1 victory over Sepahan. The source added that Brazilian goalkeeper Bento, who missed the Al-Sadd encounter, is included in Al Nassr's travelling squad to Tajikistan.
After four rounds of the AFC Champions League second-tier group stage, Al Nassr lead Group D with a perfect record and 12 points. Cristiano Ronaldo has yet to feature for Al Nassr in this season's AFC Champions League second-tier competition.