Al Riyadh v Al Nassr Lineups, prediction, betting tips & odds

The Knights of Najd enjoyed a thrilling 5-1 win against Al Ain last game.

Al Nassr will go up against their city rivals Al Riyadh in a must-win clash to keep their title aspirations alive. The Cristiano Ronaldo-equipped side will want to continue their winning momentum coming into this fixture. The Sun Fans took Al Ain to the floor in their last outing with a statement 5-1 win. They are currently placed third on the Saudi Pro League table and will want nothing less than a win to reduce the gap with the league leaders.

Al Riyadh on the other hand have given a much better account of themselves this season. They finished in the bottom half of the table last season, but find themselves in sixth position this time around. They have picked up three wins in their last five outings in the Saudi Pro League. Al Riyadh might go for a conservational approach and take advantage on the counterattacks and set pieces.

Kick Off

Friday, November 8, 10:30 PM IST

Venue: Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium

Form

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

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

Players to watch 

Bernard Mensah (Al Riyadh)

Bernard Mensah will be the man Al Riyadh will look up to in this fixture. The Ghanaian midfielder has put together a series of consistent and motivating performances for his side this season. His ability to play as a central midfielder, an attacking midfielder and also as a defensive midfielder comes in as an added advantage for his side. With two goals and four assists, Mensah is the leading goal contributor for his side.

Anderson Talisca (Al Nassr)

Anderson Talisca has been the man in form for Al Nassr this season. The Brazilian midfielder has exceeded all expectations and has established himself as one of the most crucial and influential players for his side. Talisca has a towering presence and is known for his aerial and goal-scoring abilities. He has found the back of the net eight times this season, including a brace in the last game.

𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡! 🫡 pic.twitter.com/JceKLHUFYR

— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) November 5, 2024

Match facts

• Al Nassr have never lost a game against Al Riyadh
• The last match between the two sides ended in a 2-2 draw
• This fixture averages 4 goals per game

Al Riyadh v Al Nassr: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Al Nassr to win the game
• Tip 2: Cristiano Ronaldo to score anytime
• Tip 3: Both teams to score

Injury & Team News

Al Riyadh will miss Enzo Roco while Al Nassr will not have Sami Al Najei available for selection.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 3

Al Riyadh wins – 0

Al Nassr wins – 2

Draws – 1

Predicted Line-up 

Al Riyadh (5-3-2)

Borjan (GK); Al-Khaibari, Barbet, Asiri, Sahafi, Alnwaiqi; Bayesh, Mensah, Tozé; Al-Aqel, Al-Shehri

Al Nassr (4-2-3-1)

Bento (GK); Al Ghanam, Simakan, Laporte, Boushal; Brozovic, Al-Khaibari; Talisca, Otavio, Mane; Ronaldo

Prediction for Al Riyadh v Al Nassr

Al Nassr are huge favourites coming into this fixture. They come into this fixture on the back of a huge win and are therefore expected to pull off a win.

Prediction: Al Riyadh 1-2 Al Nassr

Telecast for Al Riyadh v Al Nassr

India –  Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – DAZN UK

US –  fuboTV, FOX Sports App, FOX Deportes

Nigeria – StarTimes App, Sporty TV

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