Al Nassr Advances to AFC Champions League Quarterfinals Despite Ronaldo's Absence

Riyadh. Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, even while off the field, has helped Saudi club Al Nassr advance to the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Two. Al Nassr secured its spot in the final eight by defeating Turkmenistan's Arkadag FC 1-0 in a match held Wednesday night, resulting in a 2-0 aggregate victory.The 41-year-old Ronaldo, who missed the last three matches due to dissatisfaction with management and only returned to the field last Saturday, was seen supporting the team from the stands this time. Local media reported that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner, who has yet to win any major...