The Saudi Pro League is entering its decisive stretch, and the battle at the top of the table is heating up. Al Nassr are determined to fight to the end, and to do that they need a win on Saturday Al Fateh. Christiano Ronaldo is once again in the spotlight.
The Portuguese forward has been at the center of widespread speculation in recent weeks after refusing to play for Al Nassr in the previous two seasons. Saudi Pro League matches, reportedly as a way to express his dissatisfaction with the match Public Investment Fund about decisions in the transfer market.
Although Al Nassr still managed to win those games against Al Riyadh And Al-IttihadRonaldo’s absence was noticeable and contributed to efforts to reach a peaceful resolution. After two weeks the situation was finally cleared up, and CR7 agreed to return to action against Al Fateh on Saturday.
As a result, head coach Jorge Jesus will once again have its biggest star as Al Nassr looks to secure another win and stay within striking distance of the top of the standings. Al Hilal currently leads the league after beating Al Ettifaq 2-0 on Friday with Al Ahly three points behind. Al Nassr are one point behind the latter but have played a match less, meaning a win on Saturday could take them even closer to the top.
Cristiano Ronaldo and team head coach Jorge Jesus (R)
Likely lineup for Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo’s return is undoubtedly the biggest news for Al Nassr heading into Saturday’s match. His presence allows Jorge Jesus to once again deploy his main attacking weapons, making his side one of the most dangerous in the Saudi Pro League.
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The expected starting line-up for Al Nassr against Al Fateh is: Benedict; Sultan Al Ghanam, Mohamed Simakan, Inigo Martinez, Nawaf Boushal; Marcelo Brozovic, Abdullah Al Khaibari; Kingsley Coman, Joao Felix, Sadio Mane; Christiano Ronaldo.
Likely lineup for Al Fateh
Al Fateh is in a very different position than Al Nassr. They are currently 10th in the standings with 24 points, 29 behind leaders Al Hilal. With the title race realistically out of reach, they will look to make a statement against Cristiano Ronaldo and company.
The expected starting line-up for Al Fateh against Al Nassr is: Fernando Pacheco; Abdulaziz Al Suwailem, Marwane Saadane, Jorge Fernandes, Saeed Baattia; Naif Masoud, Zaydou Youssouf, Sofiane Bendebka; Matias Vargas, Wesley Delgado, Fahad Aqeel Al Zubaidi.
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