With Cristiano Ronaldo in fine form, Al Nassr enjoyed a serene League Stage, finishing third behind Saudi Pro League rivals Al Hilal SFC and Al Ahli Saudi FC.

Five wins and two draws took them into the Round of 16, with their only defeat in the League Stage coming against Qatar's Al Sadd SC.

They looked to be in danger in the Round of 16 after settling for a goalless draw in the first leg against Islamic Republic of Iran's Esteghlal FC but turned on the power in the return fixture to cruise to a 3-0 win.

With Ronaldo - with seven goals - firing on al cylinders and Jhon Duran having seamlessly fitted into the side, Al Nassr will fancy their title chances, with their first test coming in the quarter-final against Japan's Yokohama F. Marinos.