Al-Nassr look to bounce back from their first Saudi Pro League defeat of the season when they welcome bottom side Abha to Alawwal Park.
Ange Postecoglou’s side remain second in the table despite losing to Al-Ittihad last time out, while Abha are still searching for their first win after four defeats and a draw from their opening five matches.
Al-Nassr have made a strong start to the Saudi Pro League season, winning four of their opening five matches to collect 12 points and move into second place.
Here’s how the teams line up.
Al-Nassr team news
Kingsley Coman misses out for Al-Nassr after being forced off with a hamstring injury during the defeat to Al-Ittihad. Joao Felix joins Coman on the sideline as he is suspended having received a fourth booking of the season last time out.
Sultan Al-Ghannam is also unavailable after suffering a cruciate ligament injury, but Postecoglou otherwise has most of his key players available.
Cristiano Ronaldo leads the attack once again after scoring twice in four league appearances this season.
Al-Nassr XI: Bento; Boushal, Simakan, Martinez, Al Nasser, Angelo Al Khaibari, Samu Costa, Mane; Al Hamdan, Ronaldo.
Abha team news
Abha will be without Abdulkarim Darisi, who is recovering from a medial ligament knee injury and is not expected back until next month.
Abha XI: Leon; Al Zaid, Gaari, Hindi, Al Johani; Gory, Fekir, Al Fahad, Al-Ghamdi, Darisi; Batshuayi.
Recent Form & Stats for Al-Nassr v Abha
- Al-Nassr have won four of their five Saudi Pro League matches this season.
- Al-Nassr have scored 13 goals and conceded five in their opening five league games.
- Al-Nassr have won both of their home matches this season.
- Abha have won none of their opening five league matches, losing four and drawing one.
- Abha have scored only four goals and conceded 11 this season.
- Al-Nassr have won six of their last seven meetings with Abha and scored at least twice in all seven games.
Where to Watch Al-Nassr v Abha: TV and online streams
Al-Nassr v Abha will not be available to watch in the UK.
The match takes place at Alawwal Park on Wednesday, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 BST.
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