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Al-Nassr Riyadh - Al Taee
Saudi Arabia Premier League - Mrsool Park
Prediction 1
Ronaldo to Score Anytime
8/13 (1.62)
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Prediction 2
Over 2.5 Goals
4/6 (1.67)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Thursday, January 5th could be official date when Cristiano Ronaldo makes his debut for Al Nassr in a duel with Al Tai, also known as Al Taee in Arabic. So, let's take a closer look at this game and what we can expect from it.
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Cristiano Ronaldo to Score at Any Time
While it still hasn't been officially confirmed that we will see Ronaldo make his debut in Saudi Arabia in this particular match, it's been hinted at it and the expectations are that we will seem him play his first game for Al Nassr.
Not many players are expected to score in their debut for a new team, but that will certainly be expected from Ronaldo. We also wouldn't be surprised to see the Portuguese score in his debut, especially against the weaker competition in Saudi Arabian league.
Over 2.5 Total Goals
Both duels between Al Nassr and Al Tai last season have gone over 2.5 total goals and we can see that being the case in this match as well, especially if Ronaldo suits up as well.
Furthermore, Al Nassr and Al Tai both averaged 2.82 goals per game in the Saudi Arabian league this season, so that also bodes well for our prediction as we expect to see a high-scoring game.
Top Odds and Important Stats for Al Nassr vs Al Tai
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Head to Head
06/02/22
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al-Nassr Riyadh
Al Taee
4
1
10/12/21
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Taee
Al-Nassr Riyadh
2
1
Last Five - Al-Nassr Riyadh
03/02/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Fateh SC
Al-Nassr Riyadh
2
2
D
26/01/23
Saudi Arabia Super Cup Saudi
Al Ittihad Jeddah
Al-Nassr Riyadh
3
1
L
22/01/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Ittifaq Dammam
Al-Nassr Riyadh
0
1
W
14/01/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Shabab Riyadh
Al-Nassr Riyadh
0
0
D
06/01/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Taee
Al-Nassr Riyadh
0
2
W
Last Five - Al Taee
04/02/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Ittihad Jeddah
Al Taee
1
0
L
27/01/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Shabab Riyadh
Al Taee
2
1
L
21/01/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Wehda Mecca
Al Taee
1
0
L
12/01/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al Taawon Buraidah
Al Taee
3
1
L
06/01/23
Saudi Arabia Premier League Saudi
Al-Nassr Riyadh
Al Taee
2
0
L
Now, we will take a closer look at the average odds for this exciting matchup:
Al Nassr odds: 1/4 (1.25) – 80.00%
Draw odds: 17/4 (5.25) – 19.00%
Al Tai odds: 17/2 (9.50) – 10.50%
It's pretty clear that the bookmakers don't see An Nassr slipping in this game since they are such a huge favourite to win. When it comes to other betting markets, the main favourite to become the First Goalscorer is Cristiano Ronaldo at 9/4 (3.25), which is a 30.80% probability. Another interesting market to check the Correct Score betting market. According to average odds, this game will probably end in a 2-0 win for Al Nassr at 5/1 (6) – 16.70%.
Al Nassr vs Al Tai Preview: Latest Form, Team News, and Probable Lineups
While the home team is the absolute favourite, this can be an exciting duel. So, let's take a better look at both teams now:
Al Nassr
After eleven games in the Saudi Professional League, Al Nassr is sitting at the top with twenty six points. That being said, Al Shabab is just one point behind while also having one game fewer played so far. In any case, Al Nassr is in great form since they've won five of their last six games and with Ronaldo signing for them, they are likely going to have a huge boost in confidence and, of course, quality.
Al Nassr Predicted Lineup:
Ospina – Konan, Al-Amri, Al-Ghanam, Gonzalez – Gustavo, Al-Najei, Al-Khaibari, Talisca – Aboubakar, Ronaldo
Al Tai
In the last six games in the league, Al Tai has three wins and three losses. So, the team has clearly been rather inconsistent lately, but that's pretty much been the case with them the entire season so far. Overall, the team is in seventh place in the standings with eighteen points from eleven games, which is pretty much where Al Tai should be based on their quality.
Al Tai Predicted Lineup:
Braga – Al Jubairi, Fai, Sultan, Qassem – Semedo, Dener, Ali – Musona, Sayoud, Mbenza
Starting Lineups
Teams usually release theri starting lineups one hour before the game begins.
Player to Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo
There was little doubt about who we should choose as the player to watch for this game given that we will likely see Cristiano Ronaldo play his first game for Al Nassr after signing for them. In fact, all eyes will be on Ronaldo if he ends up playing, but that's the type of pressure that Ronaldo knows how to handle.
The legend that is Ronaldo enters the final stage of his career, but he is still a good player and he will be able to make a difference for Al Nassr, especially given the overall quality of Saudi Arabia league, which is far behind the top European leagues.
Al Nassr vs Al Tai – Frequent Questions
- When is the game scheduled for? The game is scheduled for 3 pm GMT on Thursday, January 5th.
- Where will the match be held? The match will be held at Stadio Via del Mare in Lecce.
- What happened last time these two teams met each other? Al Nassr beat Al Tai 4-1 in their last duel.
