Al Nassr Asian Champions League clash in doubt over Riyadh security situation
The AFC Champions League Elite fixture between Al Nassr and Neftchi Fergana is in doubt because of the security situation in Riyadh. At least 12 people died and 309 were wounded in an attack on the main international airport in Riyadh on Saturday afternoon. The attack was the third on King Khalid International Airport this week by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. Riyadh-based Nassr, who…
The Asian Champions League clash between Al Nassr and Neftchi Fergana is uncertain due to the volatile security environment in Riyadh. The attack on the main international airport that left at least 12 dead and 309 injured marks the third such incident in the region in a week by Iran-backed Houthi rebels from Yemen. Al Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, host Neftchi at their home ground on Monday night.
The AFC and the involved clubs have not yet announced whether the match will proceed. While another SPL match between Abha and Faisaly has been postponed and rescheduled for later in the month, the impact on the Champions League fixtures remains a question mark. Four Saudi Arabian clubs are set to compete in the competition over the next two days, with Al Hilal, Al Ahli Saudi, and Al Sadd all playing scheduled matches.
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