According to reports by World Soccer Talk, Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lead the attack for Al Nassr as they host Uzbekistan’s Neftchi Fergana in a crucial 2026–27 AFC Champions League Elite fixture.
Al Nassr enters the continental encounter looking to recover after suffering a defeat to Al Ain on opening night, leaving the Saudi side eager to secure three points and climb out of the bottom of the standings. Head coach Ange Postecoglou confirmed Ronaldo’s inclusion in the starting lineup following the forward’s recent performance in a 3–0 Saudi Pro League victory over Diriyah Club, where he opened the scoring.
Confirmed Starting Lineups
Both teams have confirmed their starting formations for the match:
Al Nassr (4-4-2)
Bento Matheus Krepski; Nawaf Boushal, Mohamed Simakan, Íñigo Martínez, Awad Aman; Ângelo Gabriel, Samú Costa, Kingsley Coman; Sadio Mané, João Félix, Cristiano Ronaldo. Coach: Ange Postecoglou.
Neftchi Fergana (4-2-3-1)
Botirali Ergashev; Ibrohimkhalil Yuldoshev, Bojan Ciger, Michel Augusto, Anvar G’ofurov, Koffi Kouao; Yan Sasse, Ikromjon Alibaev, Jamshid Iskanderov, Abrorbek Ismoilov; Marcus Forss. Coach: Islombek Ismoilov.
Neftchi Fergana enters the match holding a playoff spot following a victory on Matchday 1, looking to build on their strong start in the continental tournament.