Will Cristiano Ronaldo Play Tonight in Al-Nassr vs Al-Hilal Saudi Super Cup 2024 Final Match? Here’s Possibility of CR7 Featuring in Starting XI

Al Nassr’s pre-season commenced on a poor note as they failed to win any of their games. The side bounced back with a 2-0 win over Al-Taawoun in the Saudi Super Cup 2024 semifinal with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring and providing an assist in the match. They will face their fierce rival Al-Hilal in the final with Ronaldo and company looking to get to a positive start to their campaign this season. With star midfielder Marcelo Brozovic red-carded in the previous match, Cristiano Ronaldo will have to push a little harder to overcome the defending champions Al-Hilal. Saudi Pro League 2024–25 Transfer News: Brazilian Goalkeeper Bento Matheus Signs for Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr on a Four-Year Deal.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr also finished second in the Saudi Pro League and lost in the semifinal of the Saudi Super Cup competition last season. The side gave a tough fight for the top spot and also had a deep run in the Asian Champions League tournament. Cristiano Ronaldo led the side in scoring and also provided multiple assists in the games. They already bettered their last season’s performance in the Saudi Super Cup defeating Al-Taawoun and will look to go on to clinch the title. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner led the side well and will seek help from his support cast. In the tough match-up the Al-Nassr side needs some inspiration from their star striker Cristiano Ronaldo for the same. Check out whether Cristiano Ronaldo will start against Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup final match.

Will Cristiano Ronaldo Play Tonight in Al-Nassr vs Al-Hilal Saudi Super Cup 2024 Final Match?

Al-Nassr failed to overcome Al-Hilal’s blistering form last season and finished second-best in most competitions behind their fierce rivals. The side will look to better their record against Al-Hilal. Individually, the former Real Madrid talisman proved his worth with a great goal-scoring season for his side. Ronaldo was in action at the UEFA Euro 2024 also but it didn’t go well for the star striker. After the heartbreak at the continental competition, Ronaldo took time off from the action. He returned to the practice sessions and even featured in the first knock-out game of the season. He is expected to lead Al-Nassr against Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup 2024 final match. Cristiano Ronaldo Teases 'New Project' in His Latest Post On Social Media, Shares Bloopers (Watch Video).

Al-Hilal completed an unprecedented season last term and will look to continue their dominance in the Saudi Pro League. But facing a star-studded Al-Nassr side with determined Cristiano Ronaldo will be a difficult task for them.  The Knights of Najd will be raring to go against any opponent. The match will be played at the Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Stadium and could be an exciting encounter.

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