Al Nassr vs Al Ahli AS IT HAPPENED, ACL 2: Al Nassr got the better of Al Ahli 5-1 in the AFC Champions League 2 Semi-Final on Wednesday to book their place in the final of the competition. Kingsley Coman was the hero as led from the front with a hattrick. Other goal-scorers were Angelo and Abdullah-Al-Hamdan. Cristiano Ronaldo had an off day in the office as he missed a number of chances. Al Ahli started off well by taking the lead through Vansane but were unable to cope up with the pace and power of the Saudi giants. Al Nassr will now face Japan’s Gamba Osaka in the summit clash on May 16. Stay tuned for NASR vs AASC live score, NASR vs AASC live match updates, key moments, and real-time coverage from this blockbuster NASR vs AASC encounter here on NewsX.
That’s it! Al Nassr are in the final of the AFC Champions League 2! They win 5-1 tonight and will play the summit clash against Japan’s Gamba Osaka on 16th May!
4 minutes have been added on for stoppages!
Just 5 minutes to go in the match and it’s all but over for Al Ahli! They did well to get into the final but now they have to bid goodbye to the competition.
GOOOAL!! Abdullah-Al Hamdan makes it 5-1! The substitute makes an immediate impact after coming on!
Here’s a look at Kingsley Coman’s goal!
GOOOAL!! Kingsley Coman grabs is hattrick and it’s 4-1 now for Al Nassr! This should be enough to take them to the final!
CHANCE FOR RONALDO AND HE MISSES TO CONNECT THE CROSS FROM INSIDE THE BOX! Big chance wasted! A player of Ronalo’s calibre should’ve buried that in!
The second-half is underway in Dubai! Al Nassr lead 3-1. Al Ahli have a huge mountain to climb
Here’s a look at Kingsley Coman’s second goal!
GOOOOAL!!! Kingsley Coman score again! Al Nassr are now 3-1 up! The assist comes from Joao Felix! As we speak, the referee blows the whistle for half-time with the Saudi Giants go into the break with a 2-goal lead!
7 minutes have been added on for stoppages!
A CHANCE FROM Al Ahli and Amri pulls of a brilliant last-ditch tackle to deny Julian Draxler, who was through on goal a certain goal-scoring opportunity!! This was a very good chance for the Qatari side to take the lead!
40 minutes into the game and Al Nassr hold onto their 1-0 lead. After Angelo’s goal the tempo has slowed down. But Nassr know that it’s a slender lead and it’s still anybody’s game from here on!
Here’s a look at Angelo’s goal!
It’s very important for Nassr to have taken the lead. This will surely set the tone. But they can’t take Al Ahli lightly, specially the likes of Exposito and Draxler can easily turn the tides in their favour.
GOOOOAL!!! Angelo scoress!! This time there was no foul and Al Nassr have taken the lead this time, officially!!
Al Nassr’s goal by Coman has been called off! It looked like there was a foul in the build-up and the referee went for a VAR check and it was indeed a foul on Al Ahli and thus the goal has been cancelled!
Here’s a look at Coman’s goal!
GOOOOAL!! It’s 1-1! Kingsley Coman turns it after an assist from Angelo! The Saudi giants are back within a minute! GAME ON!
GOOOOAL!! Al Ahli this time no mistake as Vansane gives an early lead to Al Ahli! The giants are now behind! Ronaldo cheering their team that they comeback!
Penalty for Al Ahli after a VAR Check! Early drama and the former German international fails to get past the Al Nassr keeper Bento!! Chance wasted! Brilliant save from Bento!
As expected! Early chance from Al Nassr and Badreldin pulls off a brilliant save! Sadio Mane wanted to squeeze it past the Al Ahli keeper but the keeper brought out his legs at the right time to deny a certain chance!
The match is underway! All eyes on Cristiano Ronaldo as he looks to take this team to an Asian final!
Just 10 minutes to go! Can CR7 lead Al Nassr to an Asian final?
Al Ahli have a chance to redeem themselves!
Al Nassr fans turning up in good numbers in Dubai!
Here’s a look at the line-ups of Al Ahli. Can they overcome this Al Nassr side? The Qatari side have a well known name in Julian Draxler, former German international and World Cup winner.
Al Nassr have announced their playing XIs! Ronaldo lead the attack as captain. He has Joao Felix, Sadio Mane and Kingsley Coman as his support, making them a highly formidable team.
Al Nassr will miss Raghed Najjar and Mubarak Al Buainain due to injuries, while Sami Al Najei remains doubtful for the semifinal. Even with those absences, Jorge Jesus still has plenty of quality options available in his squad.
Al Ahli SC Doha have no major injury concerns, with all players fit and ready for selection. That gives coach Younes Ali added flexibility with his lineup and in-game changes.
With Al Nassr in strong form and Al Ahli eager to spring a surprise, fans can expect a competitive semifinal at Zabeel Stadium. While the Saudi side may start as favourites, the visitors will back themselves to challenge for a place in the final.
Al Ahli SC Doha head into the semifinal with confidence after back-to-back victories, giving them useful momentum before this major clash. The Qatari side have shown quality this season, but inconsistency has also been an issue at times.
Against a strong Al Nassr team, coach Younes Ali is expected to focus on defensive discipline and a compact shape. Reducing space for the opposition attack while using counter-attacks effectively could be their best route to success.
Although they are seen as underdogs, Al Ahli will believe they can cause an upset and book a place in the final.
Al Nassr enter the semifinal in strong form after a commanding 4-0 win over Al Wasl in the last round. Jorge Jesus’ side looked sharp in every department and strengthened their status as one of the favourites to win the competition.
The Saudi club have been delivering consistent performances in recent weeks, with an effective attack and a well-organised defence. Cristiano Ronaldo will once again be the main player to watch, as his leadership and finishing ability could prove decisive.
Al Nassr are likely to start on the front foot, aiming to control possession and set the pace early in the match.
Hello and Welcome to our live coverage of the AFC Champions League 2 Semi-Final match between Al Nassr and Al Ahli all the way from Dubai!
