Cristiano Ronaldo has been on target as Saudi Arabia’s Al-Nassr beat Iran’s Esteghlal 3-0 to progress to the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Elite.

Al-Nassr's Jhon Duran scored twice and Cristiano Ronaldo netted a penalty as the Saudi Pro League side booked a place in the Asian Champions League Elite last eight on Monday with a 3-0 win over Iran's Esteghlal while Qatar's Al-Sadd beat Al-Wasl.

Ronaldo, the Al Nassr captain, was reportedly rested for last week's goalless draw in the first leg in Iran, however returned to lead the side at Al Awwal Park.

RIYADH: Cristiano Ronaldo converted a penalty, and Jhon Duran struck twice as Al Nassr delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Esteghlal to secure their place in the AFC Champions League

Al Nassr are all set to face Esteghlal FC in an AFC Champions League Round of 16 game at Al Awwal Park. Get all the telecast details here.

Despite a bright start for the hosts, Al-Shabab took the lead in the 44th minute from the spot. Abderrazzaq Hamed-Allah coolly scored from 12 yards after Daniel Podence had been fouled by Nayef Bu Was

Nassr's Jhon Duran scored twice and Cristiano Ronaldo netted a penalty as the Saudi Pro League side booked a place in the Asian Champions League Elite last eight on Monday with a 3-0 win over Iran's Esteghlal while Qatar's Al-Sadd beat Al-Wasl.