Al-Gharafa vs Al-Nassr: AFC Champions League Elite Match Preview and Live Updates

The AFC Champions League Elite match between Al-Gharafa and Al-Nassr is set to kick off on Monday, November 25, at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar. This Group B fixture promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to secure crucial points in the competition.

Al-Nassr, currently third in the Group B standings with 10 points from four matches, is aiming to extend their unbeaten run in the AFC Champions League. In their last match, Al-Nassr handed a 5-1 victory to Al-Ain, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Anderson Talisca contributing to the scoreline. Ronaldo, who has been a key player for Al-Nassr, is expected to play a significant role in this match as well.

On the other hand, Al-Gharafa sits sixth in the Group B standings with four points. They come into this fixture after a 1-1 draw against Persepolis in their previous AFC Champions League match. Al-Gharafa recently secured a 3-1 victory over Al-Wakrah SC in the Qatar Stars League, which could boost their confidence heading into this crucial match.

The match will be broadcast live on the Sports18 Network and can also be streamed on the FanCode app and website. The starting lineups for both teams have been announced, with Al-Gharafa fielding players like Rico, Yousif, and Joselu, while Al-Nassr will feature Bento, Al Ghanam, and Cristiano Ronaldo among others.

Saudi Arabian clubs have dominated the western zone of the AFC Champions League, with Al-Nassr and other Saudi teams occupying the top spots. This match is critical for both teams as they vie for a place in the Round of 16, where eight teams from each group will progress after playing eight matches.