Al Nassr vs Abha Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | Saudi Pro League 2026-27
The previous outing between these clubs took place in 2024.
Al Nassr will now be taking on Abha Club for their matchweek 6 fixture of the Saudi Pro League 2026-27 season. This is going to be an entertaining outing, taking place at Al-Awwal Park.
Cristiano Ronaldo and company are coming in after suffering a 1-2 loss at the hands of Al Ittihad in their last league outing. The Big Yellow were simply not good enough on the attacking front. Despite attempting 16 shots, they only managed one goal.
Ange Postecoglou’s Al Nassr will now be looking to jump back to winning ways, and this is going to be a perfect opportunity for them. Being at home will come with an advantage for them. The visitors are going to be under pressure due to their current run of form.
Abha Club have been struggling since the beginning of the season. They are yet to secure a win in the Saudi Pro League 2026-27 campaign. The Leaders of the South were not quite good enough in their 0-1 loss against Al Ettifaq.
They conceded an unfortunate own goal in the final moments of the game. The Damir Burić-led side must control the game against the hosts. But their squad quality is not up to the mark, and this can make things tougher for them.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Stadium: Al-Awwal Park
- Date: Wednesday, September 9
- Kickoff time: 11:30 pm IST/ 06:00 pm GMT/ 01:30 pm ET/ 10:30 am PT
- Referee: Not decided
- VAR: In Use
Form:
Al Nassr: W-W-W-W-L
Abha Club: L-L-D-L-L
Players to Watch
Ângelo Gabriel (Al Nassr)
The 21-year-old midfielder was the star of the show for Al Nassr in their last league outing against Al Ittihad. He was the sole goal scorer for his side, but his performance was not quite enough to help the Big Yellow avoid the defeat. Ângelo Gabriel will be once again looking to step up his game.
He can come up with a top performance to help his side.
Feras Al-Ghamdi (Abha)
Feras Al-Ghamdi will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side secure the first win of the season. After being deployed in the defensive midfield position, he can also help his side in the backline. This will be a big addition for Abha Club against the star-studded attack of Al Nassr.
Match Facts
- Al Nassr have secured four wins in their last five attempts.
- Abha Club are winless in their 2026-27 campaign.
- The Leaders of the South have only secured two wins in their 15 clashes with the Big Yellow.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Al Nassr to win @2/9 Ladbrokes
- Cristiano Ronaldo to score @2/5 William Hill
- Goals over 3.5 @3/4 William Hill
Injury and Team News
Sultan Al Ghannam is not going to be in action for Al Nassr. He suffered a cruciate ligament injury. He is expected to be back in mid of January 2027.
Abha Club are ready, with all their players fit and prepared to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 15
Al Nassr (wins): 9
Abha Club (wins): 2
Draws: 4
Predicted Lineups
Al Nassr predicted XI (4-4-1-1)
Bento (GK); Boushal, Simakan, Al Amri, Al Najdi; Coman, Angelo, Samu, Mane; Felix; Ronaldo
Abha predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Leon (GK); Al Zaid, Gaari, Hindi, Al Johani; Al Ghamdi, Al Fahad; Gory, Fekir, Al Karani; Batshuayi
Match Prediction
With superior squad quality and home ground advantage, Al Nassr are going to have a clear edge. Abha Club are likely to struggle once again.
Cristiano Ronaldo and company might come out on top to secure a victory in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.
Prediction: Al Nassr 3-1 Abha
Telecast Details
India: Fancode
UK: DAZN
USA: FOX Sports
Nigeria: DStv
When and where is the Al Nassr vs Abha Saudi Pro League 2026-27 match?
Wednesday, September 9 at 11:30 pm IST. The match will be played at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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