AFC Champions League Two
Goals from Joao Felix, Mohamed Simikan, Sadio Mane and Aiman Yahya secured the group’s top spot and the Saudi Pro League side can now start preparing for the knockout rounds.
#ACLTwo | Group D: FC Istiklol (TJK) 0- 4 Al Nassr Club (KSA)
“The objective - which was to beat this team – was achieved. This is a side that always plays to win matches and titles,” said Jesus. “We knew this game was very important for our rivals, as they still had a chance to qualify.
“We played well and controlled the dynamics of our opponents effectively. Congratulations to the Al Nassr team once again. Now we will have a few days of rest. The team and the players deserve it.
“Al Nassr don’t just have 11 players; they have 20 players of a high level. We need everyone to be ready to play, whether starting or coming off the bench, and to perform when needed – just like we saw today.”
“We played well and controlled the dynamics of our opponents effectively. Congratulations to the Al Nassr team once again. Now we will have a few days of rest. The team and the players deserve it.
“Al Nassr don’t just have 11 players; they have 20 players of a high level. We need everyone to be ready to play, whether starting or coming off the bench, and to perform when needed – just like we saw today.”
While Al Nassr moved to a perfect 15 points, Istiklol were left on six, with head coach Igor Cherevchenko admitting his side had been outclassed.
“Their intensity was on a different level. They were playing at full speed, not at a slow pace. Their movement was faster, quicker and more coordinated. Everything they did was naturally at a high level and of course, that reflects their hard work and preparation.
“It’s possible sometimes (to play high-intensity in the second half), but we know many of our players are from the national team, and after around 56 minutes, most were tired. But we remain positive and believe we will get better results in the future.”
“Their intensity was on a different level. They were playing at full speed, not at a slow pace. Their movement was faster, quicker and more coordinated. Everything they did was naturally at a high level and of course, that reflects their hard work and preparation.
“It’s possible sometimes (to play high-intensity in the second half), but we know many of our players are from the national team, and after around 56 minutes, most were tired. But we remain positive and believe we will get better results in the future.”
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