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Ronaldo's Al Nassr Reach Champions League Final

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Al Nassr secured a place in the Asian Champions League Two final with a commanding 5-1 victory over Qatar's Al Ahli SC. Cristiano Ronaldo played 78 minutes but didn't find the net as French international Kingsley Coman stole the show with a hat trick. The win moves the Saudi club within reach of their first major trophy since Ronaldo joined in December 2022.

Al Ahli took an early lead through Sekou Yansane after Julian Draxler's penalty was saved. Al Nassr responded immediately with Coman equalizing before Angelo and Mané combined to put the hosts ahead. Coman completed his hat trick before Abdullah Al-Hamdan added a late goal. The Brazilian goalkeeper Bento made crucial saves to preserve the victory.

Al Nassr sits atop the Saudi Pro League with five games remaining. They will face Japan's Gamba Osaka in the final on May 17 in Riyadh. The victory represents a significant achievement for the club as they pursue both domestic and continental glory in what has been a remarkable season since Ronaldo's arrival.