Al Nassr will be aiming to get back on track when they travel to Tehran to face Esteghlal FC in the AFC Champions League Round of 16. The visitors finished third in Group B with 17 points and will be looking to bounce back from a 2-1 loss against Al Orobah. Meanwhile, Esteghlal FC, who finished sixth in their group with 9 points, will aim to build on their recent league form and push for a strong showing in the knockout stages.
📅 Match Date: March 3, 2025
⏰ Nepali Time: 9:45 PM
🏟 Venue: Azadi Sports Complex, Tehran, Iran
Match Preview
Esteghlal FC’s Form
Esteghlal FC enters the match after finishing sixth in Group B with 9 points, securing two wins, three draws, and three losses. They have been inconsistent in the Iran Pro League, currently sitting in 9th place. However, they ended their league phase with a win against Al Rayyan and will look to carry that momentum into this clash.
Al Nassr’s Form
Al Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, finished third in Group B with 17 points and will aim to recover from a disappointing 2-1 loss to Al Orobah. Ronaldo has been in sensational form, scoring six goals in five appearances in the competition this season. Despite some injury concerns, Al Nassr is in strong contention to progress to the next round.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
✅ Recent Meetings: The last encounter between these two teams ended in a 1-0 victory for Al Nassr.
✅ Away Strength: Al Nassr has been impressive on the road in the AFC Champions League this season.
✅ Esteghlal’s Struggles: Esteghlal FC has been inconsistent and will need a strong performance to overcome the visitors.
Players to Watch
⭐ Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr): With six goals in five appearances, Ronaldo is in stellar form and will be looking to lead his team to victory.
⭐ Alireza Koushki (Esteghlal FC): The Iranian forward has been crucial in recent matches, scoring in two consecutive games.
Match Prediction
Esteghlal FC is set to face a tough test against a high-flying Al Nassr team led by Ronaldo. While the hosts will be eager to take advantage of their home ground, Al Nassr’s star power and recent form make them the favorites to secure a win.
🔮 Prediction: Esteghlal FC 0-2 Al Nassr
Where to Watch from Nepal
📺 Live on: Score808, Live7HD, Epics Sports
