Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr will face Japan’s Yokohama F-Marinos in the quarter-finals of the Asian Champions League next month, as the Portuguese superstar aims to add an Asian title to his decorated career.
The 40-year-old forward, who has previously won the UEFA Champions League five times, will lead Al Nassr’s charge against Yokohama, managed by Steve Holland, former assistant to England boss Gareth Southgate.
The tournament, now rebranded as the Champions League Elite, will see the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final played in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in a single-leg format.
The winner of Al Nassr vs. Yokohama will face either Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale or Al Sadd of Qatar in the semi-finals.
Other Quarter-Final Matchups
Saudi giants Al Hilal, four-time Asian champions, will take on South Korea’s Gwangju FC, with the winner set to play either Thailand’s Buriram United or another Saudi club, Al Ahli, in the semi-finals.
Key Dates
- Quarter-finals: April 25-27
- Semi-finals: April 29-30
- Final: May 3
With the tournament set to take place in Saudi Arabia, Al Nassr will enjoy home advantage as they chase their first-ever Asian Champions League title.