Ronaldo Diagnosed With Viral Infection, Misses Al Nassr’s Champions League Opener

Ronaldo, Al Nassr’s captain, was absent from the squad for the match in Baghdad. The club had announced a day earlier that the Portuguese star was diagnosed with a viral infection, preventing him from traveling with the team.

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The statement read: “Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo wasn’t feeling well today and was diagnosed with a viral infection.

“The team’s doctor confirmed he needs to rest and stay at his place.

“As a result, he will not be travelling with the team to Iraq today. We wish a speedy recovery to our captain.”

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Al Nassr, who were eliminated in last season’s Asian Champions League quarter-finals by eventual champions Al Ain, got off to a perfect start in the Iraqi capital. Full-back Sultan Al Ghannam latched onto Otavio’s clever first-time pass in the 14th minute, slotting a low shot past Al Shorta goalkeeper Ahmed Basil.

Ronaldo, since joining Al Nassr, has yet to secure a major trophy with the Saudi club.

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