Al Nassr will look to extend their extraordinary winning streak when they host Al Ahli at Al Awwal Park on Wednesday evening in the Saudi Pro League.
Jorge Jesus’s side have been relentless, sitting top of the table with a commanding lead and winning 19 consecutive matches across all competitions.
At home, Al Nassr have been particularly strong, winning 13 of their 14 league fixtures, and they arrive in this clash off the back of another big win.
Al Ahli, however, present a serious test. The visitors sit third in the standings and arrive in Riyadh full of confidence after securing back-to-back AFC Champions League titles.
Their 3-2 win over Al Nassr in the reverse fixture earlier this season also offers proof that they can trouble the league leaders.
Team news for Al Nassr v Al Ahli
Al Nassr will be without Mubarak Al Buainain due to a long-term cruciate ligament injury, while Raghed Najjar is also sidelined.
Sami Al-Najei remains a doubt and will be assessed ahead of kickoff, but the hosts are otherwise expected to field a strong lineup, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix leading the attack.
Al Ahli have a near fully fit squad, with only Ali Majrashi unavailable due to a hamstring issue.
Edouard Mendy is set to start in goal, with Merih Demiral and Roger Ibanez anchoring the defence, while Ivan Toney will spearhead the attack after an outstanding goalscoring season.
Expected line-ups for Al Nassr v Al Ahli
Al Nassr: Bento; Boushal, Simakan, Al Amri, Martinez; Coman, Brozovic, Al-Khaibari, Mane; Felix, Ronaldo
Al Ahli: Mendy; Al Hawsawi, Ibanez, Demiral, Hamed; Kessie, Atangana; Galeno, Millot, Mahrez; Toney
Where to watch Al Nassr v Al Ahli: TV channel, live stream
The match will be available to watch live via Saudi Pro League broadcasters and streaming platforms, including YouTube.
Kick-off is scheduled for 6:00pm BST on Wednesday.
The stats for Al Nassr v Al Ahli
- Al Nassr are on a 19-match winning run in all competitions
- Al Nassr have scored 79 league goals and conceded just 21
- Al Ahli have won four of their last five matches
- Al Ahli beat Al Nassr 3-2 in the reverse fixture earlier this season
- The last five meetings between the sides have produced two wins each and one draw
Prediction for Al Nassr v Al Ahli
Al Nassr’s remarkable consistency and home form give them a slight edge, but Al Ahli’s recent Champions League success and strong form themselves suggest this will be a closely contested encounter.
Prediction: Al Nassr 2-1 Al Ahli
