Al Ahli and Al Nassr will meet in the next round of the new Saudi Pro League on Thursday, 13 February.
With both teams still harbouring hopes of winning the title, who will secure important three points from this game? Read our Al Ahli vs Al Nassr prediction and preview to learn more about the match.
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Al Ahli vs Al Nassr prediction: Plenty of goals in this game
Key stats
- We saw both teams score in 78% of Al Nassr's away games in the league this season.
- Al Nassr have averaged 3.00 total goals per game in the league so far.
- Al Ahli have averaged 3.11 total goals per game in their home matches in the Saudi Pro League.
Correct score prediction: Al Ahli 2-2 Al Nassr
With both teams doing great lately, this will be a very exciting matchup and we wouldn't be surprised to see it end in a draw, along with it being a high-scoring duel.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Al Nassr the more likely winners
- HOME: 17/10 (2.70) – 37.00%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.80%
- AWAY: 11/8 (2.38) – 42.10%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
We can see from these Al Ahli vs Al Nassr odds that the bookies see the guests as the expected winners, although by a very slim margin, which makes sense since these two teams are within three points of each other in the standings.
In fact, Al Ahli and Al Nassr have both won their last five matches in all competitions, so we expect to see an exciting and close duel.
In any case, if you're looking for more of our reliable picks, check out these betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: Al Nassr the better team lately
With thee wins over Al Ahli in their last five meetings, Al Nassr have clearly done better in recent years. Meanwhile, things are a bit closer when it comes to the overall H2H record between these teams: 15-12-12 in favour of Al Nassr.
Saudi Arabia Pro League 13/09/24
Al-Nassr Riyadh
Al Ahli Jeddah
Saudi Arabia Pro League 15/03/24
Al Ahli Jeddah
Al-Nassr Riyadh
Saudi Arabia Pro League 22/09/23
Al-Nassr Riyadh
Al Ahli Jeddah
Saudi Arabia Pro League 28/05/22
Al-Nassr Riyadh
Al Ahli Jeddah
Saudi Arabia Pro League 26/11/21
Al Ahli Jeddah
Al-Nassr Riyadh
Al Ahli preview: Looking for a big win over a big rival
With five wins in a row in all competitions, as well as nine wins in their last 10 games in the Saudi Pro League, Al Ahli are flying high at the moment. They've already secured a spot in the AFC Champions League quarter-finals, but in their domestic league they're still only in fifth place, despite their impressive run, and they remain 11 points behind Al Ittihad at the top of the standings.
Meanwhile, Alexsander and Abdullah Otayf are out with injuries, while Saad Balobaid has to serve a suspension.
Predicted lineup: Mendy (GK), Bakor, Demiral, Kessie, Al Ammar, Veiga, Aljohani, Mahrez, Firmino, Galeno & Toney
Saudi Arabia Pro League 11/04/25
W
Al Raed
0
Al Ahli Jeddah
2
Saudi Arabia Pro League 05/04/25
D
Al Ittihad Jeddah
2
Al Ahli Jeddah
2
Saudi Arabia Pro League 15/03/25
L
Al Akhdoud
2
Al Ahli Jeddah
1
AFC Champions League Elite 11/03/25
W
Al-Rayyan SC
0
Al Ahli Jeddah
2
Saudi Arabia Pro League 07/03/25
D
Al Khaleej Saihat
2
Al Ahli Jeddah
2
Al Nassr preview: Still looking for the title
While Al Nassr have been without a loss in the league for six games in a row, five of which they've won, they are still trailing league leaders Al Ittihad by eight points. Still, Al Nassr managed to stay close and reduce the point deficit in the title race, but they'll have to be nearly perfect in the remainder of the season if they want to win the title.
When it comes to team news, Sami Al Najei and Otavio are sidelined with injuries.
Predicted lineup: Boushal (GK), Alawjami, Laporte, Al Nadji, Angelo, Brozovic, Al Khaibari, Mane, Ronaldo & Duran
Saudi Arabia Pro League 12/04/25
W
Al Riyadh
1
Al-Nassr Riyadh
2
Saudi Arabia Pro League 04/04/25
W
Al Hilal Riyadh
1
Al-Nassr Riyadh
3
Saudi Arabia Pro League 14/03/25
W
Al Kholood
1
Al-Nassr Riyadh
3
AFC Champions League Elite 10/03/25
W
Esteghlal
0
Al-Nassr Riyadh
3
Saudi Arabia Pro League 07/03/25
D
Al Shabab Riyadh
2
Al-Nassr Riyadh
2
Player to watch: Cristiano Ronaldo
With 16 goals in the league this term, Ronaldo is Al Nassr's top scorer, as expected. So, while this match will be a star-studded one, the Portuguese legend is still the player to watch whenever he's on the pitch.
