Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Two former Real Madrid players go up against each other

Al Ittihad are coming off a loss against Al-Raed, they have struggled to find form in this Saudi Pro League this season. They have lost two consecutive games in the Saudi Pro League, and they have failed to regain their form from last season. Al Ittihad now sits at the sixth position in the points table in the league. Their mixed record this season has led them to drop positions this season.

Al Nassr will go into this encounter after a 3-1 Saudi Pro League win against Steven Gerrard’s Al Ettifaq in their last game. Al Nassr have lost only one game in the last eight Saudi Pro League games they have played. They have 40 points from 17 matches played with 13 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses. Al Nassr are 10 points behind league leaders Al Hilal with one match to play, they will close the gap with a win against Al Ittihad.

Kick-off:

Tuesday, 26 December 2023 at 2:00 PM ET (11:30 PM IST)

Location: Prince Abdullah al-Faisal Stadium

Form:

Al Ittihad (in all competitions): W-L-W-L

Al Nassr (in all competitions): L-D-W-W-W

Players to watch

Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad)

Karim Benzema returned from injury after missing games at the Saudi club. The former Real Madrid striker has nine goals in the Saudi Pro League, a creative forward known for his technical skills, vision and versatility on the field has been the main man for the club this season. He has contributed in almost every match that he has played this season for the club.

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)

Ronaldo is on the list of top goalscorers in 2023, his goalscoring record is even more impressive when you consider his age. He is now 38 years old, but he is still one of the most prolific goalscorers in the world. He has 51 goals and 15 assists in all competitions in 2023. He has completed 21 games, 21 goals and 10 assists for Al Nassr this season.

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Match facts:

• Al Ittihad haven’t lost to Al Nassr FC in their last 11 meetings.
• Al Nassr have won three consecutive matches after a draw and loss.
• Al Nassr are the second-best team away from home this season.
• Two high-scoring teams face off, Al Ittihad ranked fifth and Al Nassr second in goals scored per match.

Injury and team news for Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr:

As many as seven players will miss this match against Al Nassr. Alolayan, the centre-back, will miss the match after receiving a red card against Al Ittihad’s previous match.

Al Nassr will be without Nawaf Boushal, and Khalid Al Ghannam due to injuries suffered by both the players. These are the only two players missing the exciting match.

Head to Head:

Total Matches – 20

Al Ittihad wins – 7

Al Nassr wins – 8

Draws – 5

Predicted Lineup for Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr:

Al Ittihad predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Al-Maiouf; Al-Sahafi, Al-Amiri, Fabinho, Bamsaud; Kante, Farhan; Romarinho, Al-Ghamdi, Coronado; Benzema

Al Nassr predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Alaqidi; Al Ghanam, Alawjami, Laporte, Telles; Brozovic, Fofana; Talisca, Otavio, Mane; Ronaldo

Match Prediction for Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr:

The home team are going through a rough patch this season, Nuno has left the team and it has led to two consecutive defeats. Al Nassr are on a better run this season, they have maintained to close the gap between them and Al Hilal. Al Ittihad will look to make a statement win against Al Nassr and Al Nassr will look to make it three consecutive wins.

Prediction: Al Ittihad 1-2 Al Nassr

Telecast:

India – SonyLiv, Sony Sports Network

UK – Sky Sports

US – ESPN

Nigeria – Sporty TV

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