Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr lose 4-0 in Champions League debut

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr lose 4-0 in Champions League debut
Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr began their 2026-2027 Champions League campaign with a 4-0 defeat against Al-Ain on September 15. This match took place in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, following a recent 1-1 draw in domestic league play. The loss marks a significant setback for the Saudi side, raising questions about the team's performance under coach Ange Postecoglou. Al-Nassr aims to rebound in their upcoming fixtures.

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  • Al-Nassr suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat in their Champions League opener.
  • The match occurred away at Al-Ain, UAE champions.
  • This result follows a 1-1 draw against Al Khaleej in the league.
  • The defeat raises concerns over coach Ange Postecoglou's position.
  • Al-Nassr will seek to recover in upcoming matches.
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Ouch.On Tuesday evening, Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr kicked off their 2026-2027 Champions League campaign away at Al-Ain, the champions of the United Arab Emirates.After a 1-1 draw away at Al Khale...

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