Australian coach Ange Postecoglou of Al Nassr has clarified the reason behind excluding Cristiano Ronaldo from the upcoming match against Bakhktakor. Al Nassr will face Bakhktakor of Uzbekistan on Monday in the elite league of the Asian Champions League. Postecoglou stated in a press conference that he decided to rest Ronaldo, along with Kingsley Coman and Mohamed Simakan, due to the pressure of matches and extensive travel.
Ronaldo recently scored his 985th goal, leading Al Nassr to victory over Al Khlood in the Saudi League. He now needs 15 goals to reach 1000 goals. Postecoglou also mentioned that Al Nassr faced difficulties during the preparation phase, and not all players were fully fit at the start of the season. Despite these challenges, the team managed to overcome them and achieve a good level of technical and physical performance.
The Australian coach emphasized that the match against Bakhktakor represents an important opportunity for the team to demonstrate its progress and continue delivering strong performances in the Asian Champions League. Al Nassr currently ranks ninth in the elite league table with 3 points from two matches. Postecoglou expressed his satisfaction with the team's development and readiness for the upcoming match.
In other news, Al Nassr is preparing Kingsley Coman and Mohamed Simakan for the match against Al Hazm. Meanwhile, other teams in the league are also gearing up for their respective matches. The Saudi League is heating up, and teams are striving to secure their positions in the standings. Injuries and suspensions are also a concern for some teams, including Al Ittihad, who will be without a player for three months due to an injury.
The Asian Champions League is a prestigious competition, and teams are eager to make a strong impression. Al Nassr's match against Bakhktakor is expected to be a challenging encounter, and Postecoglou is focused on securing a positive result. The team's performance in the league will be crucial in determining their chances of advancing to the next stage.
Postecoglou's decision to rest Ronaldo and other key players has raised some eyebrows, but he believes it is necessary to manage the team's workload and prevent fatigue. The coach is confident that his team has the depth and quality to compete against any opponent, and he is looking forward to the match against Bakhktakor.
The match between Al Nassr and Bakhktakor will be a crucial test for both teams, and fans are eagerly anticipating the encounter. Al Nassr will look to build on their recent performances and secure a positive result, while Bakhktakor will aim to cause an upset and earn valuable points in the competition.
Key points
- Postecoglou decides to rest Ronaldo due to match pressure and travel fatigue.
- Al Nassr faces Bakhktakor in the Asian Champions League.
- Ronaldo needs 15 goals to reach 1000 goals.
