Even though Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al-Nassr team have performed well in recent years, they were outshined by Al-Hilal’s dominance in the Saudi Pro League and also in the continental matches. Al-Nassr is yet to win a title with talisman Cristiano Ronaldo on their books and this might be their last chance to win a silverware under Cr7’s captaincy. Stefano Pioli’s inclusion has made some positive changes in the side’s performances but they are already 6-8 points behind the leaders and can't afford to drop any more points. Cristiano Ronaldo Scores As Al-Nassr Beats Defending Champion Al-Ain 5–1 in AFC Champions League Elite 2024–25.

Even against lower-ranked teams, a draw had cost them dearly and hence Stefano Pioli would be tempted to field his strongest available side in every match. As for Al-Riyadh, the side is not far behind Al-Nassr in the standings and has delivered consistent results in the recent matches. The ‘mid-table’ side will look to move into the top bracket and hence will also field their strongest playing XI in the match against Al-Nassr. Here is how Al-Riyadh vs Al-Nassr lineups would look in their Saudi Pro League 2024-25 encounter. Neymar Jr Suffers Injury Again, Subbed Off But Al-Hilal Continue Unbeaten Run in AFC Champions League Elite 2024-25 As Aleksandr Mitrovic's Hat-trick Powers Saudi Giants to 3-0 Win Over Esteghlal FC.

Al-Riyadh vs Al-Nassr Lineups Predictions for Saudi Pro League 2024-25

Al-Riyad will be without the services of Enz Roco as the centre-back is still on the road to recovery from a serious knee injury sustained at the back end of last season. Wingers have performed well for Al-Riyadh and will keep their places and Bernard Menash has been the driving force for the side and will feature against Al-Nassr. Al-Nassr also has Sami Al-Majei sidelined through injury. Upfront, fans can expect Talisca to play the central attacking role with CR7 and Sadio Mane.

 

Al Riyadh possible starting lineup:

Borjan; Selemani, Tambakti, Barbet, Khaibari; Al Subiani, Toze, Kal, Mensah; Bayesh, Al-Aqel

Al-Nassr possible starting lineup:

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

 

 

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