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Al Nassr vs Al Taawoun Preview

• Competition: Saudi Pro League
• Date: Friday, 16 May
• Kick-Off Time: 06:00 PM GMT
• Venue: Al-Awwal Park

The Al Nassr vs Al Taawoun match will be played on Friday, 16 May 2025, at the Al-Awwal Park. The fourth-placed team will host the eighth-placed team in an exciting clash in the Saudi Pro League.

Al Nassr, despite having a star-studded team, have failed to win a major trophy, as recently they were eliminated from the AFC Champions League Elite by Kawasaki Frontale. Ah Ahli, who plays in the same league, won the prestigious continental competition in a dominating fashion. Even though Al Nassr are still in the title race, it looks very difficult for them to win the league. Despite spending so much, they have failed to perform as per the expectation, and surely the management will look to take some strict decisions for the upcoming season.

As few league games are left to be played, Al Nassr will look to finish as high as possible in the points table in the SPL. On the other hand, Al Taawoun also faced defeat in the semi-finals of the AFC Cup as they lost to Sharjah by 2-1. They were one of the favourites to win this competition, but eventually got knocked out. They will not be happy with their current position in the league as well, and now they will have to step up their game to get good results. As compared to the last season, Al Taawoun have underperformed this time and has let their fans down. In the last game against Al Nassr, they were able to get a point, but this time it will be more difficult. They will have to give their best to at least get a point away from home. This will be a mouthwatering clash for sure.

Al Nassr Team News

The home team will have a fully fit squad going into this match as none of their players are injured or suspended for this upcoming fixture on Friday. Al Nassr will be aiming to continue their race for the top, and with all the players fit to play, they are clear favourites to win at home against Al Taawoun.

Al Taawoun Team News

For the away side, Mailson, Rakan Al Tulayhi and Awn Al Slaluli are doubtful for this fixture. The rest of the players are fit to play against Al Nassr on Friday.

Al Nassr vs Al Taawoun Predicted Lineups

Al Nassr Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):

Goalkeeper: Bento

Defenders: Ghanam, Simakan, Alawjami, Boushal

Midfielders: Otavio, Brozovic, Alhassan, Mane

Forwards: Duran, Ronaldo

Al Taawoun Predicted Lineup (4-1-4-1):

Goalkeeper: Atiah

Defenders: Mahrazi, Girotto, Al-Ahmed, Al Nasser

Midfielders: El Mahdioui, Al Kuwaykibi, Barrow, Fajr, Mandash

Forwards: Martinez

Al Nassr vs Al Taawoun Head-to-Head Record

Both teams have faced each other 36 times, in which Al Nassr won 21 games, Al Taawoun won seven games, and eight matches ended in draws. In the last five fixtures, Al Taawoun won twice, one match ended in a draw, and Al Nassr won two games.

Key Players to Watch in Al Nassr vs Al Taawoun

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)

The Portuguese legend will be very disappointed not to take his team to the final of the AFC Champions League Elite, as he missed some great opportunities to score. Despite this big setback, he will have to help his team in the league title race, as still some matches to be played.

He has probably been the best player in Al Nassr's history, and he has played consistently well for the Saudi outfit. He will have to be at his best to get a good result against Al Taawoun, as it will be a tough fixture for sure. This season, he has played 38 games, in which he scored 33 goals and provided four assists.

Musa Barrow (Al Taawoun)

The Gambian forward is one of the integral parts of Al Taawoun's side. Even though his stats may not look very impressive, he is a proper team player who gives his best on the pitch. Even though he has faced some difficulty in converting chances into goals but still the coaching staff and the management believe in him.

Overall, he is a fine player with a great personality. He can create as well as score goals himself, he will be a big headache for the Al Nassr defence for sure. This season, he has played 42 games, in which he scored 17 goals and provided two assists.

Al Nassr vs Al Taawoun Prediction

The last five meetings between these two teams have been full of thrill and excitement, and surely, once again, it will be the same. It will be a tight and competitive fixture for sure. Quality-wise, the home side are a better team, but Al Taawoun are capable of getting good results away from home. Despite this, the home team will most probably win this fixture narrowly and will get all three points.

Predicted Score: Al Nassr 1-0 Al Taawoun

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