Cristiano Ronaldo says he remains fully committed to competing at the highest level as he continues his campaign with <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/cristiano-ronaldo-al-nassr-training-injury-update/4069-7-0">Al Nassr</a> in the Saudi Pro League, despite approaching the closing stages of his career. The 41-year-old forward was speaking after his side strengthened their position at the top of the table with a win over Al Ahli.

Ronaldo, who has spent over two decades at elite level across Europe and now in Saudi Arabia, said his motivation extends beyond personal milestones. &ldquo;I keep playing not only for this generation, but also for the previous one and the one coming next,&rdquo; he told CanalGoatBr.

He added that his focus remains on consistency and results rather than longevity alone. &ldquo;I enjoy it day by day, game by game, year by year, even as I get closer to the end of my career. That&rsquo;s a fact.&rdquo;

<h2>Title Push Gathers Momentum</h2>

Al Nassr&rsquo;s recent form has put them in a strong position in the Saudi Pro League standings. Ronaldo played a key role in the latest result, scoring in a 2-0 victory that moved the club closer to the title.

The forward emphasised that winning remains his primary objective. &ldquo;My career has been brilliant and I want to keep it that way,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;I still enjoy it, I keep scoring goals&hellip; but above all, it&rsquo;s about winning. And we really want to win the league.&rdquo;

Al Nassr are currently leading the table, holding an advantage over second-placed Al Ahli, who still have a game in hand. The gap has strengthened belief within the squad that they can secure the title this season.

<h2>Long-Term Legacy in Focus</h2>

Ronaldo&rsquo;s career has included spells at clubs such as Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus, where he established himself as one of the game&rsquo;s leading forwards. He continues to contribute regularly, both in terms of goals and overall influence on the pitch.

While he has not outlined a specific timeline for retirement, <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/cristiano-ronaldo-investment-ud-almeria-stake-acquisition/3949-7-0">Ronaldo</a> indicated that his immediate focus remains unchanged. He continues to balance performance with experience, aiming to contribute to his team&rsquo;s success while maintaining his standards.

His remarks also reflected a broader outlook on his role in football, with an emphasis on connecting different generations of players and supporters.

Cristiano Ronaldo drops biggest retirement hint after leading Al Nassr to a 2-0 win over Al Ahli. The 41-year-old reflects on his "brilliant" career and the upcoming end.

Cristiano Ronaldo Drops Biggest Retirement Hint: Al Nassr Legend Speaks

Asian football has been forced into an unexpected pause after the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) confirmed the postponement of this week&rsquo;s West Region knockout fixtures amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

The decision affects first-leg ties across the continent&rsquo;s premier club tournaments, including the flagship <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/shows/afc-champions-league-elite-2025-26/2115">AFC Champions League Elite</a>, with matches originally slated for March 2&ndash;3 now pushed back to a later date. The move follows heightened regional instability after military action involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.

&ldquo;In light of the developing situation in the Middle East&hellip; matches in the West Region, originally scheduled for March 2&ndash;3, 2026, will now be rescheduled,&rdquo; the AFC said in a statement issued from Kuala Lumpur.

While football authorities are often reluctant to interrupt continental competitions at such a critical stage, the governing body made clear that security considerations took priority over scheduling. &ldquo;The AFC will continue to closely monitor this rapidly evolving situation and remains resolute in ensuring the safety and security of all players, teams, officials, and fans,&rdquo; the statement added.

The postponements impact several high-profile ties, including Qatar&rsquo;s Al-Duhail against Saudi giants Al-Ahli, as well as Shabab AlAhli&rsquo;s meeting with Iran&rsquo;s Tractor and Al Wahda&rsquo;s clash against Al-Ittihad.&nbsp;

Importantly, fixtures in other Asian zones remain unaffected, preserving competitive balance outside the West Region.

For now, the AFC Champions League Elite narrative shifts from tactics and form to logistics and safety.

The AFC has officially postponed the Champions League Elite West Region knockout ties due to regional instability. Discover which high-profile March fixtures are affected.

AFC Champions League Postponed: West Region Knockouts Halted Amid Tension

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26

In the semi-final of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 on 22 April 2026, Al Nassr FC secured a hard-fought victory over Al Ahli SC. Al Nassr won the match by 2–1 delivering a strong attacking performance and maintaining control in key moments. Despite a resilient effort from Al Ahli, they were unable to equalize in the closing stages. With this result Al Nassr advanced to the final keeping their title hopes alive.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - KSA vs QAT

In the AFC Champions League Two 2025–26 clash on 20 April 2026 Al Ahli SC secured a narrow victory over Al Hussein. Al Ahli SC won the match by 3–1 delivering a composed performance and capitalizing on key chances. Al Hussein fought competitively but fell short despite scoring once. The result gave Al Ahli SC an important advantage while Al Hussein faced a setback in their campaign. Watch AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full highlights in HD online tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - QAT vs JOR

In the AFC Champions League Two 2025–26 fixture on 19 April 2026, Al Nassr Club secured a 4–0 victory over Al Wasl FC. Al Nassr delivered a strong attacking performance taking control of the match with two crucial goals while Al Wasl managed to score once but fell short of equalizing. Despite a competitive display from the UAE side, Al Nassr maintained their lead and successfully closed out the game to claim an important win. Watch AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full highlights in HD online tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - UAE vs KSA

In the final of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26, the Japanese side secured a narrow 1–0 victory over Al Nassr FC in a tightly contested encounter. Despite a determined performance from the Saudi club, they were unable to break through the opposition defense or find the equalizer. The Japanese team maintained their advantage until the final whistle and lifted the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 trophy, while Al Nassr’s title hopes came to an end.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - JPN vs KSA - Final

In the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 clash on 15 April 2026, Gamba Osaka secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Bangkok United. The match was closely contested, with both sides creating several scoring opportunities throughout the game. Gamba Osaka capitalized on key moments to take the lead and maintain their advantage. Despite a strong effort from Bangkok United, they were unable to equalize, resulting in a narrow defeat. Watch AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full highlights in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - THA vs JPN

AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 clash between Gamba Osaka and Bangkok United ended in a competitive encounter, with Gamba Osaka securing a 2–1 victory. Gamba Osaka took control of the match with a strong attacking performance, scoring twice to gain the upper hand. Bangkok United managed to pull one goal back but were unable to find an equalizer. The result gives Gamba Osaka a crucial advantage, showcasing their dominance and composure in this important fixture. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of JPN vs THA in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - JPN vs THA

Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of THA vs JPN in HD online on tapmad. Gamba Osaka edged out Ratchaburi FC 2‑1 after extra time in their quarterfinal clash. Ratchaburi scored first to level the tie but Gamba got the winner in extra time and won the game. It was a tight match with lots of action before Gamba advanced.

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Gamba Osaka drew 1–1 with Ratchaburi FC in the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 match on 4 March in a closely contested game. Watch the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26 full match highlights in HD online on tapmad.

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Bangkok United claimed a solid 2-0 victory over Macarthur FC in their AFC Champions League Two Round of 16 clash in Thailand, with goals from Ilias Alhaft and Arthur sealing the win. The Thai side took the advantage in the two-leg tie thanks to their clinical finishing and strong home performance. Macarthur, despite a competitive showing, couldn’t find the net and now face a tougher task in the second leg to overturn the deficit. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of THA vs AUS in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - THA vs AUS

FC Pohang Steelers and Gamba Osaka played out a tightly contested 1–1 draw in the Round of 16 first-leg of the AFC Champions League Two on 12 February 2026, with Ryoya Yamashita giving Osaka the lead before Jorge Luiz leveled for Pohang. The result leaves the tie finely poised ahead of the second leg, setting up a decisive return clash next week. Both sides showcased attacking intent and will be aiming to capitalize on home advantage in the next leg to reach the quarterfinals. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of KOR vs JPN in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - KOR vs JPN

Sepahan SC (IRN) and Al Ahli SC (QAT) played out an exciting 2-2 draw in their Round of 16 first-leg clash on 11 February 2026. Both sides scored twice, with Sepahan’s efforts matched by Al Ahli’s late goals, leaving the tie level going into the second leg. Neither team Won the match outright, so the outcome remains open for the return fixture next week. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of TKM vs KSA in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - IRN vs QAT

In the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Round of 16 (1st Leg) match on 11 February 2026, Al Nassr (KSA) defeated FC Arkadag (TKM) 1-0 in Ashgabat thanks to a 19th-minute goal by Abdullah Al-Hamdan. The Saudi side took the crucial away lead over the Turkmen champions, while Arkadag fought hard but couldn’t find an equaliser. This win gives Al Nassr the upper hand heading into the second leg. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of TKM vs KSA in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - TKM vs KSA

Ratchaburi FC defeated Persib Bandung 3-0 in the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Round of 16 first-leg match on 11 February 2026. The Thai club dominated the game, with goals scored by Tana (two goals) and Gabriel Mutombo. Persib struggled to convert their chances and suffered a heavy defeat. As a result, Ratchaburi won the match, while Persib Bandung lost and faced a tough challenge for the second leg. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of THA vs IDN in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - THA vs IDN

In the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Round of 16 match, Cong An Ha Noi FC thrashed Tampines Rovers FC 4-0 at the Hàng Đẫy Stadium, taking a dominant lead in the tie. Nguyen Quang Hai scored twice and Rogerio Alves plus Nguyen Dinh Bac added goals to secure the big win. The Vietnamese side now carries a huge advantage into the second leg, while Tampines Rovers face an uphill battle to turn it around. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of VIE vs SGP in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - VIE vs SGP

Al Zawraa SC secured a hard-fought 3-2 win over Al Wasl FC in their Round of 16 first-leg clash held on 10 February 2026. From Brayan Riascos (brace) and Amer Jamous helped the Iraqi side edge past the UAE club. Al Wasl fought well but couldn’t keep the lead despite early pressure. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of IRQ vs UAE in HD online on tapmad.

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AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 - IRQ vs UAE

In the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Round of 16 (1st leg) on 10 February 2026, Al Hussein (JOR) beat Esteghlal FC (IRN) 1-0 in Dubai, with Yousef Abu Jalboush scoring the lone goal in the 78th minute. Esteghlal fought hard but couldn’t find an equalizer, giving Al Hussein the advantage heading into the second leg. Watch the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 full match highlights of IRN vs JOR in HD online on tapmad.

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