Al Nassr Favourites to Reach ACL Elite Final Against Kawasaki Frontale
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April 29, 2025 14:35
jeddah, saudi arabia - Al Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, are favored against Kawasaki Frontale in the AFC Champions League Elite semifinal. However, Kawasaki is confident and ready to challenge the star-studded team.
Al Nassr Favourites to Reach ACL Elite Final Against Kawasaki Frontale
Al Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, is set to face Kawasaki Frontale in the AFC Champions League Elite semifinal, with coach Stefano Pioli expressing confidence in his fit and ready team.
Continental Hoodoo
Al Nassr, boasting a squad valued at approximately US$200 million, is expected to reach their first final since 1995, fueled by global superstar Ronaldo.
Opponents' Challenge
Kawasaki Frontale, the last East region representative, aims to challenge the favorites with coach Shigetoshi Hasebe emphasizing the importance of the match and the need to focus on winning.
Underdog Mentality
Despite lacking star power, Kawasaki Frontale believes in their collective strength and aims to upset Al Nassr by not being intimidated by their famous players.
A Melbourne-based sports journalist, Joey Lynch, is reporting on the AFC Champions League Elite Finals in Jeddah.