Al-Nassr match in Saudi Arabia delayed by missile alert
Kickoff of the Champions League fixture against Neftchi Fargona was pushed back after an alert triggered by missile attacks in the country.
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What happened
Al-Nassr's Champions League match against Neftchi Fargona started later than scheduled after an alert in Saudi Arabia, where missile attacks have continued. Multiple missile strikes by the Houthis on Riyadh have raised fresh concerns about the 2027 Asian Cup, which is due to kick off in January with five venues in Riyadh. Global players' union Fifpro is monitoring the situation.
Why it matters
Asian men's footballers are on edge about travelling to the conflict-affected country for the January tournament.
Timeline
- Oct 12, 4:23 PM ET: The Al-Nassr match against Neftchi Fargona kicked off later than scheduled after an alert in Saudi Arabia.
- Oct 13, 12:51 AM ET: Fifpro began monitoring the situation as fresh concerns grew over the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.
- Oct 13, 7:17 AM ET: Al-Nassr head coach Ange Postecoglou praised Cristiano Ronaldo for his professionalism amid the missile threats.
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