Al Nassr vs Al Khaleej Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

The Knights of Najd are leading the Saudi Pro League table with 24 points.

Al Nassr will enter this match with momentum on their side, boosting confidence through eight straight league wins. They score freely and dominate games, which makes their arrival at Al-Awwal Park on Sunday look tough for visiting Al Khaleej. With Al Nassr having scored 26 goals and conceded only four, the hosts often stretch defences early, then sustain pressure as the minutes unfold.

Meanwhile, Al Khaleej sit sixth and carry a mixed record, so they must control the pace and prevent Al Nassr from finding their flow. They have shown signs of being effective, though recent history shows Al Nassr secured five successive clean-sheet victories in this fixture.

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— نادي النصر السعودي (@AlNassrFC) November 20, 2025

Still, football remains unpredictable. If Al Khaleej maintain organisation, break lines quickly, and react decisively during quick transitions, they could disrupt Al Nassr’s approach. Even then, Al Nassr’s confidence and home strength suggest they remain clear favourites for another win.

Kickoff:

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Stadium: Al-Awwal Park

Date and Kickoff time: Sunday, November 23, 11:00 PM IST

Referee: Mohammed Al Smaail

VAR: In Use

Form:

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

Al-Khaleej (in all competitions): W-D-D-D-W

Players to watch out for:

Joao Felix (Al-Nassr):

João Félix arrives in red-hot form, leading Al Nassr’s scoring chart with 10 goals in eight league games. He thrives between lines, finishes clinically, and links attacks at pace. With confidence soaring, the Portuguese international’s movement and instincts make him the obvious dangerman.

If Al Khaleej lose sight of him, he will punish them.

Joshua King (Al-Khaleej):

Joshua King stands out as Al Khaleej’s main threat, having scored 10 goals across nine appearances this season. He uses his strength to hold up play, times runs well, and converts chances under pressure. If Al Khaleej pose any danger on the break, his directness and finishing could unsettle Al Nassr’s back line.

Match Facts:

• League leaders Al Nassr have a perfect record of four wins from four matches at home this season. In contrast, Al Khaleej’s away form has been inconsistent, with their record standing at two wins, one draw, and one loss on the road.
• Al Nassr have won all five of the most recent encounters between the two clubs across all competitions, and they have done so without conceding a single goal.
• Al Nassr have demonstrated phenomenal scoring prowess, netting 26 goals in their eight league matches, averaging over three goals per game. Their last home game saw them score twice. While Al Khaleej also have offensive potential, they face the league’s most potent attack.

Al-Nassr vs Al-Khaleej Betting Tips and Odds:

• Al-Nassr to win: 1.59 as per 1xBet.
• Total goals over 2.5: 1.64 as per Winmatch.
• Joao Felix can score anytime: 1.67 as per 1Win.

Note: Odds can change anytime.

Injuries and Team News:

Al Nassr may miss three players due to muscle injuries. Iñigo Martínez and Saad Haqawi are both listed as doubtful, so their involvement remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Saad Al-Nasser is not expected back until late November 2025, making him unavailable to feature. Their absence could impact defensive depth and rotation options.

Paulo Fernandes is serving a suspension for Al-Khaleej in this game.

Head-To-Head stats:

• Total matches: 13
• Al-Nassr won: 9
• Al-Khaleej won: 1
• Draws: 3

Predicted Starting Lineups:

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

N. Alaqidi; N. Boushal, N. Al-Sharari, M. Simakan, S. Al Ghanam; S. Mané, M. Brozović, Â. Gabriel, K. Coman; C. Ronaldo, J. Félix

Al-Khaleej Predicted Starting Lineup (4-4-2):

A. Moris; P. Rebocho, M. Al-Khabrani, B. Schenkeveld, S. Al Hamsal; G. Masouras, D. Kourbelis, M. Kanabah, A. Al-Harajin; K. Fortounis, J. King

Match Prediction:

Al Nassr look set to take control again, especially with confidence high and their home form holding strong. They attack with purpose and tend to keep matches under control from the outset, while Al Khaleej often struggle to stay compact away. Therefore, a 3–0 victory for Al Nassr appear the most reasonable forecast. 

Prediction: Al-Nassr 3-0 Al-Khaleej

Telecast details:

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