Fri Mar 07 18:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Al Nassr Faces Tough Test Against Al Shabab Amidst Ronaldo’s Fitness Concerns
**Riyadh, Saudi Arabia** – Al Nassr, featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, will face a challenging match against Al Shabab this Friday, March 7th, at 7:00 PM UK time. The match comes after Al Nassr’s surprising loss to Al Orubah last weekend, a result attributed to prioritizing their AFC Champions League tie against Esteghlal.
Ronaldo’s participation remains uncertain after he was absent from the Esteghlal match due to fitness concerns. He joins fellow injured players Otavio and Sami Al Najei on the sidelines. Al Shabab also faces injury challenges, missing key players including goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and Yannick Ferreira-Carrasco.
Despite Al Nassr’s recent setback and injury woes, they are still considered favorites for the home match. However, Al Shabab, having only lost one of their last five games, are expected to provide stiff competition. Analysts predict a victory for Al Nassr, but with both teams finding the back of the net. The game will be available on DAZN (UK) and potentially Fox (US), with streaming options available through their respective digital platforms and FuboTV.
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