The draw for the AFC Champions League group stage took place in Kuala Lumpur, and one of the most anticipated events for Uzbek fans is the visit of Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr to Tashkent.

Cristiano Ronaldo's team will play away against Pakhtakor. This means the five-time Ballon d'Or winner could play his first official club match in Uzbekistan's capital.

Pakhtakor will also host Iran's Esteghlal and Tractor, as well as Saudi Arabia's Al-Qadisiyah at home. On the road, the Tashkent side will face Al-Ahli, Air Force, Al-Hilal, and Al-Ittihad.

Neftchi from Fergana will play at home against Al-Ahli, Air Force, Al-Hilal, and Al-Ittihad. Away, they will meet Esteghlal, Al-Nassr, Tractor, and Al-Qadisiyah.

Exact dates and times for the matches will be announced later. The draw has created challenging groups for Uzbek clubs, as they will face some of Asia's top football teams.

Source: uznews.uz