The winger, who was last month named the continent's best men's player, spurned a spot-kick in either half in the Group D tie against Navbahor in Uzbekistan.
But after substitute Malcolm struck the game's opening goal, Al Dawsari atoned with some distinction for the four-time champions late on in a 2-0 win.
Malcolm's effort, a rebound from Al Dawsari's second saved penalty on 68 minutes, was the Brazilian's first touch of the match. The goal was also his first in the competition since a summer move from Zenit Saint Petersburg. Читать дальше...