Ange Postecoglou defends Cristiano Ronaldo after Al-Nassr's 4-0 AFC Champions League Elite defeat to Al Ain | OneFootball

Ange Postecoglou launched a staunch defence of Cristiano Ronaldo and accepted full responsibility after Al-Nassr were thrashed 4-0 by Al Ain in the AFC Champions League Elite. He confronted a reporter in a spiky press conference, insisting his captain deserved respect.

The United Arab Emirates side routed the Saudi Pro League champions on Tuesday, handing Ronaldo his heaviest defeat since moving to Saudi Arabia. The result prompted questions over preparation and the forward's impact.

"It's my responsibility. Maybe I haven't done my job well. That's fine. But please don't talk about preparation," Postecoglou said, per ESPN.

"Cristiano has scored three goals already. He had a limited preparation. This is not about the players. The players are giving everything."

Al-Nassr must regroup quickly after this continental setback. The Riyadh club sit third in the Saudi Pro League, chasing Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad.

Source: Goal.com

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