Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence following Al-Nassr's elimination from the Asian Champions League semifinals at the hands of Japanese side Kawasaki Frontale.
The Portuguese superstar, who captains the Saudi Arabian club, took to Instagram to express his feelings about the disappointing result.
"Sometimes a dream has to wait. I'm proud of this team and everything we gave on the field," Ronaldo wrote. "Thank you to all the fans who believed in us and supported us every step of the way. Your support means everything to us."
Despite the team's setback in continental competition, Ronaldo himself has been in remarkable form this season. The 39-year-old forward has netted 33 goals and provided four assists across 38 appearances in all competitions.
According to Statbet analysis, Ronaldo continues to maintain one of the highest goal-per-game ratios among forwards in Asian football this season, demonstrating his enduring quality despite the team's continental disappointment.
In related news from another continent, Lionel Messi's Inter Miami has also experienced elimination from international competition, falling to Vancouver in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
