Al Nassr Vs Al Ittihad Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Saudi Super Cup

Al Nassr Vs Al Ittihad Preview

Tournament: Saudi Super Cup

Date: Tuesday, 19 August

Kick-off time: 12:00 GMT

Venue: Hong Kong Stadium

We have a blockbuster clash coming up, which will decide their fate in the final as Al Nassr take on Al Ittihad in the semifinal of the Saudi Super Cup. This clash will see two old teammates clash to secure a berth in the final. Let's take a look at the Al Nassr Vs Al Ittihad Preview. Al Nassr begins a new tenure under newly appointed head coach Jorge Jesus, who has been signed to guide them back to glory. They have strengthened the squad well, signing Joao Felix and Inigo Martinez, and be arrival of Kingsley Coman. These three players are among the best and surely will improve the team, which had a good preseason, winning both matches against Toulouse and Rio Ave. This cup presents them the chance to secure their first silverware of the season, which could prove to be a good preparation for the new season. Cristiano Ronaldo will be pumped up to get on the screenshot after scoring four goals in the opening two matches. Al Ittihad, on the other hand, had a difficult preseason, losing two of the matches played against Fenerbahce and Fulham, conceding four goals in each game. After a successful season last term where they won the league, Laurent Blanc will be hoping to make a statement here against an opponent whom his team did the double last season. Yet to do a marquee signing, he has trusted the team to have a meaningful season. A win here will surely boost the team ahead of the new season.

Al Nassr Team News

Jorge Jesus, who has taken the reins, have made some excellent additions in the squad in the form of Inigo Martinez, Joao Felix, and also Kingsley Coman, coming from Bayern Munich. The team looks strong this season, with both of them expected to start here. Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to lead the line, having also started the preseason in fine form.

Al Ittihad Team News

Laurent Blanc have not made any big signings so far, making only two signings in the form of Ahmed Al-Julaydan and Mohammed Al-Absi, who have joined recently and are expected not to start here. However, all the eyes will be on Karim Benzema, who will be making a statement against his former pal Cristiano Ronaldo.

Al Nassr Vs Al Ittihad Predicted Lineups

Al Nassr Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Let's take a closer look at the Al Nassr Vs Al Ittihad predicted lineups

Goalkeeper: Krepski

Defenders: Al Ghanam, Simakan, Martinez, Al-Boushali

Midfielders: Brozovic, Alkhaibari

Attackers: Gabriel, Felix, Mane, Ronaldo

Al Ittihad Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Al-Shanqiti

Defenders: Al-Mousa, Danilo, Borrell, Mitaj

Midfielders: Kante, Fabinho

Attackers: Diaby, Aouar, Bergwijn; Benzema

Al Nassr Vs Al Ittihad H2H Record

These two powerhouses of the Saudi Pro League have played some exciting encounters in the past. Al Nassr have come out top with ten wins, while drawing five and losing nine matches against them.

Key players to watch in Al Nassr Vs Al Ittihad

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)

The Portuguese veteran, considered one of the best players to grace this world, is not showing any signs of slowing down, having started the preseason in brilliant form, scoring four goals in two matches with a hat-trick coming up against Rio Ave in the last friendly. Cristiano Ronaldo, having finished last season as the top scorer, will be eager to get the better of his pal in this match. We expect him to get on the scoresheet as his lethal finishing and poacher's instinct are on display.

Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad)

Another veteran, who has been one of the best strikers, will be aiming to go toe to toe against his former teammate. Karim Benzema also had a good preseason, scoring a brace against Fulham in the last friendly to showcase his goalscoring prowess. Having scored 21 goals last season in the league, he will be hoping to replicate similar form here against a strong Al Nassr side.

Al Nassr Vs Al Ittihad Prediction

This is going to be an exciting battle between two of the best attacking teams in the division. We can expect goals, drama, and thrill here, considering the amount of talent on display from both sides. Despite Al Ittihad getting the better of them last season, we expect the home team to emerge victorious and secure their place in the final due to the signings they have made.

Predicted score: Al Nassr 3-2 Al Ittihad

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