Al Kholood have endured a difficult Saudi Pro League campaign so far and currently sit 13th in the table with just 15 points from 17 matches. Des Buckingham’s side have struggled for consistency, managing only five wins while suffering defeat in their other 12 outings.
Defensive issues have been a major concern. Al Kholood have conceded 32 goals this season, and their problems are even more obvious at home, where they have won only two of nine league matches.
Softfootball reported Their most recent outing ended in a narrow 2–1 defeat to Al Ettifaq, with Ramiro Enrique once again on the scoresheet. That result extended a poor run that has seen them lose four of their last five matches, without keeping a single clean sheet.
Still, Al Kholood will take encouragement from home support and hope to capitalise on any mistakes from their opponents.
Al Nassr, by contrast, arrive in strong form and sit second in the league with 40 points, five behind leaders Al Hilal. Jorge Jesus’s side have won 13 matches this season, scoring 45 goals and conceding just 18. Although they suffered a brief slump earlier in January, including a 3–1 defeat to Al Hilal, they have since responded well with three straight wins.
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Their latest victory was a narrow 1–0 success over Al Taawoun, a result that sparked mixed reactions online, with fans reacting strongly to Al Nassr’s tight win despite the three points. Ahead of this clash, Al Nassr shared clips of their training session on their official X handle, showing focus and intensity as they prepare to continue their title chase.
Historically, Al Nassr have the upper hand and remain unbeaten in their last three meetings with Al Kholood.
Team News
Al Kholood have no major injury concerns and should field a near full-strength side. Ramiro Enrique, who has scored 10 league goals, remains their main attacking threat.
Al Nassr welcome Sadio Mané back into the starting XI, while Sami Al-Najei and Saad Haqawi remain fitness doubts. Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to lead the attack alongside João Félix.
Prediction
Al Nassr’s pressing, control in midfield, and attacking quality should prove too strong for an Al Kholood side that struggles under pressure, making an away win the likely outcome.
Where to watch
| Region / Country | TV Channel / Platform | Streaming Service / App |
| Sub-Saharan Africa / Nigeria | ESPN Africa (DStv 218, StarTimes 248) | StarTimes ON App |
| United States | FOX Soccer Plus | Fubo |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+ | Movistar Plus+ online |
| Greece | COSMOTE Sport 7 | COSMOTE Sport app |
| United Kingdom / Malta / UAE | – | DAZN |
| Australia | – | 10Play (free streaming) |
| India | – | FanCode |
| Global / Select Territories | – | Prime Video (subject to regional rights) |
| Global / Saudi Pro League channel | – | Saudi Pro League YouTube |
