Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Saudi Pro League 2024-25

Both these teams have made some high-profile signings this summer.

Al Nassr have made some eye-catching additions to the team who are set to play an important role for the club this season. The Knight of Najd have assembled an impressive squad, boasting experienced players and upcoming talents like Angelo Gabriel and Wesley. Currently, Luis Castro’s side are languishing in the fifth position after gathering four points from the opening two matches. 

Unlike their counterpart, Al-Ahli have made just two signings in the form of Alexsander Gomes and an England international Ivan Toney. The latter can be the game-changer for the team as they bid to fight for the title this season with the likes of Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal. Matthias Jaissle’s team currently finds themselves in the eighth position after they suffered a shocking 1-0 loss to Al-Fateh on match day two of the Saudi Pro League. 

Kick-Off:

Friday, 13 September 2024 at 7:00 PM UK, 11:30 PM IST

Location: Al-Awwal Park

Form:

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

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

Players to Watch

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr)

Cristiano Ronaldo doesn’t seem to be slowing down after becoming the first player to score over 900 career goals. He also announced his desire to touch the 1000 mark. He is already in the hunt for it after scoring in back-to-back games for Portugal in the UEFA Nations League matches. In the league, he has two goals to his name from two matches and will be aiming to continue his goal-scoring streak in this match.

Ivan Toney (Al-Ahli)

Ivan Toney comes with a huge reputation in the team after establishing himself as one of the best forwards in the Premier League for Brentford. He is also an England International who played a vital role in their run to the EURO 2024 final after putting on some impressive displays off the bench. During his time with Brentford, Toney made an astonishing 141 appearances for them scoring 72 goals. 

Match Facts

• Al-Nassr have scored eight goals in their last five matches
• Al-Ahli suffered a 1-0 loss against Al Fateh in their last match
• Al-Nassr are unbeaten in their last five matches against Al Ahli

⁠Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Cristiano Ronaldo to score the first goal– 3/1 with betway
• Tip 2: Al-Nassr to win this game – 4/5 with bet365
• Tip 3: Ivan Toney to score anytime– 9/4 with sky bet

Injury & Team News

Al-Nassr have one injury concern in their squad. Sami Al-Najei is a major doubt as he is still recovering from a knee injury. Mohamed Simakan is in line for his debut here after signing for the club for a record fee. Exciting talents Angelo Gabriel and Wesley will be hoping to make their debut at any time during the match.

Meanwhile, Al Ahli have no injury concerns in their squad. The team have been boosted by the arrival of Ivan Toney. He looks set to make his debut after securing a high-profile move from Premier League outfit Brentford. 

Head-to-Head

Total Matches – 20

⁠Al-Nassr – 10

Al-Ahli – 5

Draws – 5

Predicted Lineup

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

Bento (GK); Al Ghanam, Simakan, Laporte, Al Najdi; Otavio, Brozovic; Ghareeb, Talisca, Mane; Ronaldo

⁠Al-Ahli predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Mendy (GK); Majrashi, Demiral, Ibanez, Alhurayji; Aljohani, Kessie; Mahrez, Firmino, Alnabit; Toney

Match Prediction for Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli

This match is an exciting one for the fans as two of the best-attacking sides in the division battle out each other for the three points. Al-Nassr who will rely on Cristiano Ronaldo to carry them again will have to be at their defensive best to limit the threat of Ivan Toney and Riyad Mahrez. We expect the home team to register the win here in a high-scoring match. 

Prediction: ⁠Al Nassr 3-2 Al Ahli

Telecast for ⁠Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli

India –  Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – DAZN UK

US –  fuboTV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria – StarTimes App, Sporty TV

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