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

The Global One are on a three-match losing streak against the Knight of the East.

Al Nassr are ready to battle it out against Al Qadsiah in what is going to be their matchweek 13 contest of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This will be an intense outing, which will take place at the Al-Awwal Park.

The Jorge Jesus-led side will be at home, but it is not going to make things any easier for them. They faced a 2-3 defeat at the hands of Al Ahli in their previous league outing

Al Nassr are now in second place on the league table and will be keen to reclaim that top spot. Cristiano Ronaldo and company must put in a top show if they want to secure three points.

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— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) January 5, 2026

Al Qadsiah are coming in after securing a dominating 4-0 win against Al Riyadh in their Saudi Pro League game. It was a top performance by them and they will now be looking to extend their winning run. The Knight of the East will be away from home, but will be feeling confident due their last few results against Al Nassr.

Kick-off:

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Al-Awwal Park
• Date: Thursday, January 8
• Kick-off Time: 11:00 p.m. IST/ 05:30 p.m. GMT/ 12:30 p.m. ET/ 09:30 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Al Nassr: W-W-W-D-L

Al Qadsiah: L-D-D-W-W

Players to Watch

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)

Even though the 40-year-old failed to score a goal for his side in the last fixture, he stays one of the important part of the squad. In 12 Saudi Pro League appearances this season, Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 13 goals and has an assist to his name. The Portuguese talisman is going to be a menace to the opponent’s defence.

Mateo Retegui (Al Qadsiah)

Mateo Retegui will be one of the main men in the attacking front for Al Qadsiah. He was one of the goal scorers in the previous game for this side. In 12 league matches of the ongoing season, he has scored eight goals and will be looking to add more to his tally.

Retegui is going to create problems for the hosts.

Match Facts

• Al Nassr have failed to secure a win in their last two matches.
• Al Qadsiah are on a two-match winning streak.
• The Knight of the East won both of their games against the Global one last season.

Al Nassr vs Al Qadsiah: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Nassr to win @13/20 Ladbrokes
• Cristiano Ronaldo to score @3/5 Virgin Bet
• Goals over 3.5 @21/20 Virgin Bet

Injury and Team News

Mohamed Simakan and Abdulmalik Al Jaber are not going to be in action for Al Nassr due to their injuries. Saad Haqawi and Sami Al Najei might also miss out due to fitness issues.

Nawaf Boushal is suspended. Sadio Mane is on national team duty for AFCON 2025.

Al Qadsiah have all their players fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 48

Al Nassr won: 27

Al Qadsiah won: 15

Draws: 6

Predicted Lineups

Al Nassr predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Nawaf (GK); Al-Ghannam, Al-Amri, Martínez, Al Nasser; Ribeiro, Brozovic, Gabriel, Coman; Félix, Ronaldo

Al Qadsiah predicted lineup (5-3-2)

Casteels (GK); Aboulshamat, Nacho, Álvarez, Al-Shahrani, Baah; Nández, Weigl, Al-Juwayr; Quiñones, Retegui

Match Prediction

These clubs will be looking to put up an entertaining show, but Al Nassr are likely to come out on top. They should secure a win against Al Qadsiah in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.

Prediction: Al Nassr 3-2 Al Qadsiah

Telecast Details

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