Cristiano Ronaldo proved his enduring class, scoring the decisive goal in a tense encounter between Saudi Arabian clubs Al Nassr and Al Fayha in the Asian Champions League's last 16. Despite facing a valiant defensive effort from the underdogs, who currently sit 14th in the Saudi Pro League, Ronaldo rose to the occasion in the 81st minute. A slick exchange with Marcelo Brozovic set him up for a clinical finish past goalkeeper Vladimir Stojkovic, securing a crucial 1-0 victory for Al Nassr.

This goal marked Ronaldo's 21st of the season and his fourth in the Asian Champions League. Remarkably, it came after Al Fayha had successfully shut him out in their previous two league encounters, making the victory even sweeter for the Portuguese superstar. Before finding the net, Ronaldo had a chance earlier in the game but was denied by Stojkovic.

Elsewhere in the Asian Champions League:

Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors' commanding 2-0 victory over Pohang Steelers has put them in position to go to the quarterfinals. Ahn Hyun-boom and Hernandes's goals drove the South Korean powerhouses to victory.
Bangkok United defeated Yokohama F Marinos with a spectacular comeback. Nitipong Selanon and Mahmoud Eid's late goals allowed them to tie the game 2-2 even though they were behind 2-0 at the half. Al Ain and FC Nasaf drew goallessly, maintaining their chances of qualifying.