Al Nassr vs Merida AD Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | Pre-Season Friendly

This will be the first-ever clash between these clubs!

The Saudi Pro League side, Al Nassr, is all set to have a face-off against the Primera Federación club, Mérida AD. The Cidade do Futebol in Algés, Portugal, is all set to witness this club friendly fixture.

Ange Postecoglou has now made his unofficial debut with Al Nassr. He might not be happy with the result, but there are still three pre-season games in front of them. They are missing out on some of their star players due to their recent FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign.

The Global Ones faced a 1-2 defeat at the hands of Benfica B. This was not the best performance by the Saudi Pro League side, but they will be looking out for a win this time around.

Another day of building for the season ahead 💛 pic.twitter.com/FOp0rirnyx

— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) July 26, 2026

The Spanish third division side is going to be in action for the first time since May 2026. They will play their first club friendly against Al Nassr, ahead of the new season.

Merida AD finished 10th in Group A. Their performances were quite average, but they will now have a chance to work on their tactics. The upcoming club friendly is not going to be an easy one for Fran Beltrán’s men.

Kick-off:

• Location: Algés, Portugal
• Venue: Cidade do Futebol
• Date: Tuesday, July 28
• Kick-off Time: 10:30 PM/ 06:00 PM BST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: Not in use

Form:

Al Nassr: L

Merida: N/A

Players to Watch

Kingsley Coman (Al Nassr)

In the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane, Kingsley Coman is going to be one of the main men in the final third for Al Nassr. A tough competitor on the right flank can also be deployed as the second striker. With his pace and attacking intention, the Frenchman is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Raúl Beneit (Mérida)

The experienced star will be ready to lead Mérida against the Saudi Pro League champions. The 32-year-old is all set to be in action in the central midfield and will have an important role in controlling the tempo for his side. Raúl Beneit had only two goal contributions for Mérida AD last season, but his presence will be of great significance for the club.

Match Facts

• Al Nassr faced a 1-2 defeat in their first pre-season game against Benfica B.
• Merida will be in action for the first time since May 2026.
• These clubs are going to face each other for the first time.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Al Nassr to win
• Kingsley Coman to score
• Goals over 3.5

Injury and Team News

Al Nassr will miss out on the services of Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix and Sadio Mane due to their recent participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Raghed Najjar, Mubarak Al Buainain and Sultan Al-Ghanam are out due to injuries.

Merida AD will have all their squad members fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-head

Matches played: 0

Al Nassr (wins): 0

Merida AD (wins): 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

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

Bento (GK); Boushal, Simakan, Martinez, Al Nasser; Al Hassan, Wesley; Coman, Angelo, Ghareeb; Al Hamdan

Merida AD predicted XI (4-4-2)

Csenterics (GK); Jay, Gonzalez, Barbu, Sanz; Aresco, Beneit, Solar, Doncel; El Ftouhi, Hallsson

Match prediction

Ange Postecoglou has a better squad quality than the Spanish third-division club and that will surely be a big difference between the two clubs.

Al Nassr are likely to come out on top with a win here.

Prediction: Al Nassr 3-1 Merida

Telecast Details

TBD

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