Al-Nassr is set to face FK Arkadag in the first leg of the AFC Champions League round of 16. This match will take place in Turkmenistan on February 11, 2026, at 1:45 p.m. GMT. However, the team will notably be without star player Sadio Mané.
Sadio Mané’s Absence in the AFC Champions League Match
Mané is not included in the squad for this important fixture. His absence adds to the significance of the match as Al-Nassr aims for a strong start in the knockout stage of the tournament.
Other Squad Changes
Alongside Mané, head coach Jorge Jesus has also opted to rest Cristiano Ronaldo. This decision leaves only three foreign players making the trip: Bento, Angelo, and Haydeer Abdulkareem.
Al-Nassr’s Performance in the Group Stage
Al-Nassr performed exceptionally well in the group stage, finishing first in Group D. The team secured 18 points, achieving victories in all six of their matches. Their opponents in the group included:
- Al-Zawraa
- Istiqlol Dushanbe
- FC Goa
Sadio Mané’s Season Overview
This season, Sadio Mané has made a notable impact in the Europa Conference League. He has participated in five games, contributing to four goals with two goals and two assists. Overall, across all competitions, he boasts a record of eight goals and six assists in 21 matches.
As Al-Nassr gears up for this crucial clash with FK Arkadag, the team will need to leverage their strong group-stage performance while adapting to the challenge of playing without key players like Mané and Ronaldo.
