Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr live score, highlights, updates from Cristiano Ronaldo’s side in Saudi Pro League clash
Al Nassr faces a key Saudi Pro League title challenge later today as they take on rivals Al Ittihad in a showdown between the top two teams.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s visitors currently hold a two-point lead over second-placed Al Ittihad after 19 games and an away win would provide a crucial boost with 10 games remaining. Consequently, if they lost, Al Nassr would fall from the top and be replaced by today’s opponents.
Ronaldo’s form has continued to improve after initial difficulties in Riyadh, with the Portuguese star guiding them to a 3-1 win over Al Batin last time out. Incredibly, he has scored all eight of his league goals with the side away from home so far, meaning he could be in for another big night away from home.
But despite Al Nassr’s Ronaldo factor, hosts Al Ittihad have a strong squad brimming with European experience and led by former Tottenham and Valencia manager Nuno Espirito Santo.
The Sporting News will follow live scoring updates and highlights for Al Ittihad vs. Al Nassr in this crucial Saudi Pro League clash.
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Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr Live Score
| 1H | 2H | final | |
| Al Ittihad | — | — | — |
| Al Nassr | — | — | — |
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Confirmed Lineups:
Lineup of Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1): Grohe (GK) – Alolayan, Sharahili, Hegazy, Bamsaud – Hamed, Henrique – Romarinho, Coronado, Al-Bishi – Hamdallah
Al Nassr Lineup (3-5-2): Alaqidi (GK) – Al-Amri Madu, Gonzalez – Al-Ghanam, Gustavo, Al-Sulaiheem, Ghareeb, Konan – Ronaldo, Maran
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Al Ittihad vs. Al Nassr live updates, highlights from Saudi Pro League clash
30 mins: Can Ronaldo increase his chances of winning the Golden Boot tonight?
Ronaldo meets one of his direct opponents for the 2022/23 Saudi Pro League Golden Boot in this clash as he meets the Al Ittihad star Abderrazak Hamdallah.
Hamdallah currently has 12 goals, one behind leaders Talisca, and is level with the Al Shabab striker Carlos.
Talisca is once again dropped from Al Nassr’s squad and Hamdallah and Ronaldo will see this as the perfect opportunity.
1 hour after kick-off: TEAM NEWS IS IN!!!!
Former Villarreal defender Alvaro Gonzalaez strengthens Al Nassr’s defense while Mohammed Maran is rewarded alongside Ronaldo for his goal off the bench.
Just a change from Santo for this duel as Abdulaziz Al-Bishi starts instead of Haroune Camara.
1 hour 30 minutes after kick-off: Despite all the attention surrounding Ronaldo and Al Nassr, the prospect of a trip to Al Ittihad tonight will be a big test for the league leaders.
The hosts are the only team to defeat Al Nassr with a 3-1 win in the 2022/23 Saudi Super Cup semi-finals since Ronaldo’s arrival in January, and they may be on course for next month’s King Cup final to meet each other.
2 hours after kick-off: Al Nassr scored THREE goals in added time against Al Batin – Could we be in for another dramatic night in the Saudi Pro League?
Al Ittihad vs. Al Nassr confirmed lineups
Former Spurs manager Nuno Espírito Santo has made a strong start since arriving in Saudi Arabia, with the home side having some Premier League experience within their ranks.
Former West Brom star and club captain Ahmed Hegasy is a key player in defence, on loan with Leeds United Hero Costa offers creativity in attack.
Lineup of Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1): Grohe (GK) – Alolayan, Sharahili, Hegazy, Bamsaud – Hamed, Henrique – Romarinho, Coronado, Al-Bishi – Hamdallah
Nawaf Alaqidi still in goal for Al Nassr with the Colombian international David Ospina not fully fit again after an elbow injury.
Nicolas Martinez is out injured for the season, with Rudi calling Garcia Gonzalez back to guest defense and Maran being selected as a partner ronaldo in attack.
Al Nassr Lineup (3-5-2): Alaqidi (GK) – Al-Amri Madu, Gonzalez – Al-Ghanam, Gustavo, Al-Sulaiheem, Ghareeb, Konan – Ronaldo, Maran
Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr Live Stream, TV Channel
SSC (Saudi Sports Company) was Live streaming of Al Nassr games in English via his Twitter channel.
Local broadcasters in select countries also have the rights to televise or stream the Saudi Pro League, and fans in other countries can subscribe to the Shahid streaming platform for full coverage of the Roshn Saudi Pro League.
According to LiveSoccerTV, select European countries will have local channels (including DAZN) Carrying the match while DirecTV Sports will bring it to the Spanish speaking South American countries.
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| TV channel | stream | |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | — | 10 games |
| Canada | — | Shaheed |
| Hong Kong | — | Shahid, myTV Super |
| India | Sony TEN 2 | Shahid, JioTV, SONY LIV |
| Malaysia | Astro Supersport 5 | Shahid, AstroGo, Sooka |
| New Zealand | — | Shaheed |
| Singapore | — | Shaheed |
| United Kingdom | — | Shaheed |
| USA | — | Shaheed |