Cristiano Ronaldo failed to lead Al-Nassr to glory in the AFC Champions League despite full efforts

The match went to penalties, with Al Ain emerging triumphant with a 3-1 victory. Image: AP

Abdulrahman Ghareeb, Khalid Eisa (own goal), Alex Telles, and Cristiano Ronaldo were on target for Al-Nassr, while Soufiane Rahimi (twice), Sultan Al-Shamsi, and Ayman Yahya found the net for Al Ain. Image: X/@AlNassrFC

The game featured high intensity, with Al-Nassr dominating possession and shots, but Al Ain's resilience proved crucial in securing their spot in the semi-finals. Image: AP

Despite a valiant effort, Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr team tragically lost to Al-Ain in a nail-biting penalty shootout to conclude their Asian Champions League season in the quarterfinals. Image: AlNassrFC_EN/X

This match saw Ronaldo scoring his 878th career goal, a testament to his enduring impact and skill in world football at the age of 39. Image: AP

Ronaldo showcased his prowess by scoring a crucial goal for Al-Nassr in the intense quarter-final clash. Image: X/@AlNassrFC_EN

In the Asian Champions League, Ronaldo has featured in 8 games, scoring 6 goals and providing 2 assists, further solidifying his impact in the tournament. Image: AP