Coman double helps Al Nassr cruise past Al Zawraa

Al Nassr rounded off the group stage of Asia’s second-tier continental competition with a commanding 5-1 victory over Iraqi side Al Zawraa.

Kingsley Coman struck twice, while Joao Felix contributed a goal and an assist, and Cristiano Ronaldo provided a creative spark as Jorge Jesus’s team maintained their perfect record.

Group dominance

Qualification had already been secured, but the result underlined Al Nassr’s authority. They finish top of the group with six wins from six, nine points clear of Al Zawraa, who also progress. Istiglol Dushanbe and Goa are eliminated.

Match summary

The contest was effectively settled before half-time.

• 12 mins – Coman opened the scoring from Angelo’s pass.
• 19 mins – Wesley doubled the lead.
• 30 mins – Abdulelah Al Amri made it 3-0 after Joao Felix’s neat assist.
• 44 mins – Felix added the fourth, set up by Ronaldo.
• 56 mins – Coman completed the rout, converting Saad Al-Nasser’s pass.

Al Zawraa managed a consolation, but the gulf in quality was evident throughout.

What it means

Al Nassr’s perfect group campaign highlights their strength in depth and attacking firepower. With Coman, Felix and Ronaldo all influential, Jorge Jesus’s side will enter the knockout stages brimming with confidence.