Overview
- The Saudi Pro League match kicks off at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh on Saturday, with broadcasts including FS2/Fubo in the U.S., Sony Sports/SonyLIV in India and the Pro League YouTube channel in the U.K.
- Al-Nassr’s confirmed XI lists Cristiano Ronaldo up front with Joao Felix and Kingsley Coman, supported by Marcelo Brozovic and Wesley in a 4-2-3-1.
- The hosts start Mohamed Simakan and Inigo Martinez in defense, while Sadio Mane is unavailable due to Africa Cup of Nations duty.
- Al-Akhdoud’s confirmed lineup features Samuel Portugal in goal behind a 3-5-2 that includes Gokhan Gul, Saeed Al Rubaie, Juan Pedroza, Petros and forwards Khaled Narey and Burak Ince.
- Al-Nassr sit top with 27 points from nine wins and return from a 5-1 AFC Champions League Two victory on December 24, while Al-Akhdoud are near the bottom with one win in nine.