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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – MARCH 14: Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr gestures during the King Cup Quarter-Final football match between Al Nassr and Abha at the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on March 14, 2023. (Photo by Mohammed Saad/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – MARCH 14: Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr gestures during the King Cup Quarter-Final football match between Al Nassr and Abha at the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on March 14, 2023. (Photo by Mohammed Saad/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo and his team have been hit with terrible news hours before their upcoming fixture. The team is set to face FC Istiklol in their second match of the AFC Champions League. However, the team is likely to miss out on the services of one of their key players who could miss the game owing to an injury.
This could be a colossal blow for Al Nassr, as the winger has been an essential part of the Cristiano Ronaldo-led team. However, the team will be eager to use the opportunity to use their bench strength and overcome their opponents. While the winger’s absence could affect the team’s style of play, it will be interesting to see which player steps up to the occasion and fills in his shoes.
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Massive setback for Al Nassr as Otavio likely to miss upcoming clash
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr will gear up for their second game in the AFC Champions League as the side locks horns against Tajikistan-based FC Istiklol. However, the Portuguese and his men have received a massive setback hours before the game as their newest signing could miss out on the game.
Portuguese winger Otavio has been a key player for Al Nassr despite not affecting the scoresheet. The player has linked up well with his teammates to contribute to the flow of the game. According to reports, the former FC Porto man could miss out on Al Nassr’s upcoming clash due to an injury.
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“It is possible that Otavio will not participate in the match the day after tomorrow against Istiklol in the AFC Champions League due to injury.”
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr started off their AFC Champions campaign with a win over Persepolis. The side has looked in good shape so far this season and will hope to get the job done in the absence of Otavio. The Portuguese winger has been a great addition to the side after he was acquired for a hefty sum this summer.
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Al Nassr signed Cristiano Ronaldo’s countryman for $63.5 million
Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr went all in for Portuguese winger Otavio as they triggered his $63.5 million release clause this summer. Al Nassr has been looking to build a team around their ace Cristiano Ronaldo, hoping to lift the Saudi Pro League title. Otavio, who has been sensational for FC Porto, attracted interest from numerous outfits across Europe.
However, the Saudi side was quick to act on their desires as they snooped in for the winger signing him to a big-money deal. Otavio has made seven appearances for Al Nassr this season finding just a single goal. Although his numbers don’t look good, the player has been an impactful player for the side since joining the side.
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Otavio will hope that he can make the most out of the opportunity and play alongside one of the best players in the world. What do you think of the Portuguese’s move to Al Nassr? Let us know in the comments below.
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