Preview: Al Akhdoud vs Al Nassr Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

The Ambassador of Najran will take on the table toppers on matchday 28 of the Saudi Pro League.

In a clear mismatch between the top and the bottom sides, Al Akhdoud host the league leaders Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. Nassr are very close to getting their hands on the league title. They will lock horns against a relegation-placed Al Akhdoud.

Al Akhdoud have failed several times to beat Al Nassr in the past, and they are simply not at the same level. But they will surely hope to get out of the relegation zone. Few matches are left, and they can’t afford to drop points anymore.

In 27 league matches, they won four, drew four and lost 19 matches. With 16 points on the board, they sit in 17th place.

On the other hand, Jorge Jesus’s side have done a great job of bouncing back and claiming the top spot once again. In 27 matches, they have won 23 games, drawn once and lost three matches. With 70 points on the board, they are the table toppers.

Al Hilal and Al Ahli are both behind, and for them, it will be very difficult to catch Al Nassr in the points table. Cristiano Ronaldo and his men can’t afford to take the upcoming matches lightly at all, as any drop in concentration will cost them a lot. This will be an exciting fixture for sure.

Kick-Off:

• Location: Najran, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Prince Hathloul bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium
• Date: Saturday, 11 April
• Kick-Off Time: 11:30 PM IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In Use

Form

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

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

Players to Watch

Koray Gunter (Al Akhdoud)

This is the first-ever season for the German player in the Saudi Pro League. The Dortmund academy graduate played for some time in the Turkish top division. Overall, the club’s season has been awful, but Gunter has done a decent job.

He has a big challenge to stop Al Nassr’s attackers. He isn’t the best defender out there, but he is someone who can get the job done. This season, he played 22 matches in which he got two yellow cards only.

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)

The Portuguese star has suffered some injury issues in the last few weeks, and he was out for a couple of days. Very rarely, Ronaldo gets injured despite being 41 years old. He came back in action in the last match where he scored two goals to help his team get the win.

Al Nassr are entering a very crucial stage of the season, and Ronaldo will be determined to help his team win the league after a long time. This season, he has played 24 matches in which he scored 23 goals and provided three assists.

Match Facts

• Al Nassr are undefeated against Al Akhdoud.
• Nassr beat Al Akhdoud by 3-0 earlier this season.
• Al Nassr are the league leaders, and Al Akhdoud are currently sitting in the relegation zone.

Al Akhdoud vs Al Nassr: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Al Nassr to win this fixture – 1/8 bu bet365
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5

Injury and Team News

The home side doesn’t have any injury or suspension issues going into this fixture. All the players will be available for the match.

For Al Nassr, Mohamed Simakan and Kingsley Coman will both be available for selection. They are back in training. The rest of the players are fit to play.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 5

Al Akhdoud: 0

Al Nassr: 5

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Al Akhdoud Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):

Samuel (GK); Zabdani, Alyami, Gunter, Faqeehi; Hatila, Pedroza, Borell, Narey; Bassogog, Abbas

Al Nassr Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):

Bento (GK); Ghanam, Simakan, Alamri, Nasser; Ghareeb, Gabriel, Brozovic, Mane; Alhamddan, Ronaldo

Match Prediction

Al Nassr are in great form, and they are unbeaten against Al Akhdoud. Despite being the away side, Al Nassr are clear favourites to win this match. Most probably, the away side will win this fixture by a big margin.

Prediction: Al Akhdoud 1-4 Al Nassr

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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