Al Akhdoud host Al-Nassr on Saturday in a Saudi Pro League clash with major implications at both ends of the table.

The hosts remain firmly in the relegation battle despite a recent managerial change. Now led by Fathi Al-Jabal, Al Akhdoud secured a 1-0 win over Al Fateh last time out, ending a run that had seen them lose six of their previous seven matches.

Al-Nassr, by contrast, arrive in exceptional form. Jorge Jesus’s side are chasing the title and have won 15 consecutive league matches, putting them top of the table ahead of Al Hilal and Al Ahli.

Their latest result, a 5-2 victory over Al Najma, highlighted their attacking quality, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane both finding the net twice.

Al-Nassr have also been dominant away from home, winning their last eight league matches on the road, and scoring freely throughout that run.

Team news for Al Akhdoud v Al-Nassr

Al Akhdoud are expected to set up with a compact defensive structure, with Koray Gunter and Saeed Al-Rubaie likely to feature centrally in defence.

In attack, Saleh Al-Abbas could lead the line, supported by Christian Bassogog, Abdulaziz Al Hatila and Khaled Narey.

Al-Nassr will be without Raghed Najjar due to an ACL injury, while Inigo Martinez is sidelined with a hamstring issue.

Mohamed Simakan and Abdulelah Al Amri are expected to start in defence, while Kingsley Coman and Sami Al-Najei are doubts.

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lead the line alongside Abdullah Al-Hamdan, with Sadio Mane operating in wide areas.

Expected line-ups for Al Akhdoud v Al-Nassr

Al Akhdoud: Portugal; Al-Zabdani, Al-Rubaie, Gunter, Faqeehi; Borrell, Pedroza; Bassogog, Al Hatila, Narey; Al-Abbas

Al-Nassr: Krepski; Al Ghanam, Simakan, Al Amri, Al-Nasser; Ghareeb, Angelo, Brozovic, Mane; Al-Hamdan, Ronaldo

Where to watch Al Akhdoud v Al-Nassr: TV channel, live stream

The match will be available to watch live in the UK on DAZN, with streaming also accessible via YouTube.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00pm BST on Saturday.

The stats for Al Akhdoud v Al-Nassr

• Al Akhdoud have lost six of their last seven matches
• Al Akhdoud have won just one of their last six home games
• Al-Nassr have won 15 consecutive league matches
• Al-Nassr have won their last eight away matches
• Al-Nassr have scored four or more goals in four of their last six games

Prediction for Al Akhdoud v Al Nassr FC

Al-Nassr’s form and attacking strength should see them continue their winning run, with the visitors expected to have too much quality for the hosts.

Prediction: Al Akhdoud 1-4 Al-Nassr

Mitch Fretton

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