Discover how to watch the AFC Champions League Play-off match between Al-Nassr and Shabab Al-Ahli, along with kick-off time and team news.
In light of consecutive defeats in the Saudi Pro League, Al-Nassr, led by the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo, are gearing up to face UAE’s Shabab Al-Ahli in a West Region AFC Champions League Play-off clash on Tuesday.
Having failed to secure a point in the Saudi league after two games, manager Luis Castro’s team suffered a 2-1 loss to Al-Ettifaq followed by a 2-0 defeat against Al-Taawoun. In contrast, Shabab Al-Ahli had a victorious start to their UAE Pro League campaign, winning 3-0 against Ajman.
The victors of Tuesday’s match will secure a place in Pot 4 for the AFC Champions League group stage draw.
Here at GOAL, we bring you all the necessary information on how to watch this game, including TV channel and streaming details.
Al-Nassr vs Shabab Al-Ahli Kick-off Time & Stadium
The AFC Champions League Play-off match between Al-Nassr and Shabab Al-Ahli will take place at the King Saud University Stadium, also known as Al-Awwal Park, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 1:20pm EDT on August 22 in the United States (US).
How to Watch Al-Nassr vs Shabab Al-Ahli Online – TV Channels & Live Streams
The game will not be broadcast live on TV and is not available for online streaming in the UK. However, you can follow live updates of the match on GOAL’s Live Match Center page.
Team News & Squads
Al-Nassr Team News
Ronaldo, who missed the league opener but featured in the Al-Taawoun defeat, is expected to be available for this match.
Therefore, Al-Nassr boss Luis Castro is likely to field the same starting XI that triumphed over Al-Hilal to secure the Arab Club Champions Cup title, with Sadio Mane and Talisca completing the three-man frontline.
Goalkeeper David Ospina and Pity Martinez are sidelined with an elbow injury and a ruptured cruciate ligament, respectively. Nawaf Al-Aquidi will step in as goalkeeper.
The club has announced the departure of Uzbek player Jaloliddin Masharipov.
Al-Nassr possible XI: Al-Aquidi; S. Al-Ghannam, Lajami, Madu, Telles; Al-Khaibari, Brozovic, Fofana; Talisca, Mane, Ronaldo
Shabab Al-Ahli Team News
Shabab Al-Ahli manager Marco Nikolic may choose to stick with the winning lineup from the match against Ajman.
Serbian defender Bogdan Planic received a red card in the club’s league opener, but suspensions do not apply to AFC games.
Munas Dabbur will lead the attack, with Yahya Al-Ghassani and Harib Abdalla providing support from the flanks.
Shabab Al-Ahli possible XI: Naser; Suleiman Slaem, Planic, Abbas, Renan; Ganiev, Ahmed; Al-Ghassani, Mateusao, Abdalla; Dabbur
Head-to-Head Record
This will be the first-ever encounter between Al-Nassr and Shabab Al-Ahli across all competitions.
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