Fri Nov 22 21:53:40 UTC 2024: ## Al-Nassr Aim to Extend Unbeaten Run Against Al-Qadisiyah

**Riyadh, Saudi Arabia** – Al-Nassr, featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, will look to continue their undefeated start to the Saudi Pro League season when they host Al-Qadisiyah at Al-Awwal Park on Friday. Despite their unbeaten record, Al-Nassr currently sits six points behind league leaders Al-Hilal in third place.

Al-Nassr manager Stefano Pioli has overseen five wins and two draws in his seven matches in charge, but the team is eager to close the gap on the top two. They will face Al-Qadisiyah and Damac in consecutive home matches, with an AFC Champions League trip to Al-Gharafa squeezed in between. Al-Nassr boasts a strong home record against Al-Qadisiyah, winning 10 of their last 14 encounters.

Al-Qadisiyah, newly promoted to the top flight, have enjoyed a successful return, winning six of their opening ten matches. Their recent form shows three consecutive league victories, propelling them to fifth place. However, their away form is less impressive, with only two wins from five matches.

While Al-Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo has struggled to score from open play recently, Talisca has emerged as a key threat, matching Ronaldo’s six league goals. Al-Nassr will be without Sami Al-Najei due to injury. Al-Qadisiyah will be missing Saif Rajab and Ibrahim Mohannashi.

Both teams have announced their likely starting lineups, with a clash of attacking talent expected. Despite Al-Qadisiyah’s impressive season, Al-Nassr are favored to win due to their overall squad quality and consistent ability to secure results. The match promises a compelling encounter between two teams with contrasting strengths and ambitions.

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