Al Nassr won decisively against Al Ahli Doha, scoring 5-1 in the AFC Champions League semi-final on April 22, 2026. The match took place at Dubai’s Zabeel Stadium, kicking off at 17:00 GMT. This victory marked another step toward Al Nassr’s goal of securing their first official title of the season.
Cristiano Ronaldo started as the center forward for Al Nassr. He was part of a strong lineup that included João Félix and Sadio Mane. Al Nassr dominated the game, scoring five goals while limiting Al Ahli to just one. João Félix notably scored four goals in this tournament, showcasing his prowess on the field.
Before this match, Al Ahli had been unbeaten in their last five games. They advanced to the semi-finals by defeating Iranian side Sepahan and Jordanian club Al-Hussein. Yet, they struggled to maintain that momentum against a formidable opponent like Al Nassr.
Al Nassr has now won all nine of their matches in this season’s AFC Champions League. Their coach, Jorge Jesus, emphasized confidence and tactical consistency leading into the game. “We’re playing with confidence… we will not change the tactical ideas we started the season with,” he stated.
Al Ahli’s coach, Younes Ali Rahmati, expressed his team’s readiness prior to the match. “We are fully prepared and we are looking to deliver a strong performance against formidable opponents,” he said. However, despite their preparation, they could not withstand Al Nassr’s offensive pressure.
The match highlighted Al Nassr’s ambition as they aim for their first AFC Champions League title—a feat they have yet to achieve in their history. It has been 28 years since they reached the final of a multi-stage continental tournament.
In addition to Ronaldo and Félix, Al Nassr’s lineup featured players like Marcelo Brozovic and Kingsley Coman. On the other side, Al Ahli’s roster included Julian Draxler and Sekou Yansané. Draxler remarked, “We have nothing to lose,” reflecting his team’s mindset going into such an important fixture.
As the dust settles from this semi-final clash, reactions continue to unfold. Fans and analysts alike will be keenly watching how this victory shapes Al Nassr’s campaign moving forward.
