NEOM vs Al Nassr: Line-ups, Stats, and Preview in Saudi League
Al Nassr are expected to field key players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mane, and Joao Felix in their upcoming match against NEOM. This game marks a significant return to Saudi Pro League action for the title contenders.
Al Nassr's Strong Start
Al Nassr can extend their flawless start to the Saudi Pro League season to eight consecutive wins when they face newcomers NEOM this Saturday. Coach Jorge Jesus aims for a less stressful win than their last 2-1 home victory over Al-Fayha, secured by a 104th-minute penalty by Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored twice in that match.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s 104th-minute penalty secured the 2-1 victory over Al-Fayha, marking his second goal of the game.
They followed that with a dominant 4-0 home victory against Goa in the AFC Champions League on Wednesday. Mohammed Maran and Joao Felix, the Saudi Pro League’s top scorer, both scored after Abdulrahman Ghareeb netted twice for the first time in his career.
NEOM’s Promising Season So Far
NEOM, promoted as champions for the second consecutive season for 2024/25, have started well under the guidance of former Paris Saint-Germain manager Christophe Gaultier, who was appointed in July. Their recent 3-2 win at Al-Kholood on October 30 marked their fourth league victory, placing them seventh in the standings ahead of the weekend matches.
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Summary: Al Nassr aims to maintain their winning streak as they face ambitious newcomers NEOM, who have shown notable progress under new management this season.