Al-Faisaly host Al Nassr in a Saudi Pro League matchup that sees a team searching for points face the two-time champions aiming to maintain their upward trajectory.
Al-Faisaly enter the fixture following a 2-2 draw with Al Shabab last Sunday, a result that came on the heels of a 3-2 victory over Al Kholood on October 15. Prior to that, they suffered a 1-3 defeat to Al Ittihad on September 11, highlighting the challenge they face against stronger opposition. Securing a positive home result would provide much-needed stability and help them steer clear of the relegation zone.
Al Nassr remain unbeaten in their past three matches, most recently defeating Neom SC 1-0 on October 20 after a commanding 3-0 win over Al Diriyah on October 9. Their campaign began with a 1-1 draw against Al Khaleej on September 12, but their form has shown consistent improvement since. A win here would extend their momentum and maintain pressure on the clubs positioned above them in the table.
Al-Faisaly projected lineup
Giovanni Solinas deploys a 4-3-3 formation anchored by a disciplined midfield trio of Andrei Girotto, Jaime Seoane, and Abdulaziz Al Bishi, with Flavio and Mohammed Al Shanqiti providing width from the full-back positions. Abdoulaye Seck and Yaseen Barnawi form the central defensive partnership in front of goalkeeper Fernando Pacheco, while Alexandre Mendy and Abdullah Al-Mogren lead the attacking line alongside the midfield core. With no reported absences, Solinas can field his preferred XI and rely on tactical discipline to counter Al Nassr’s offensive threats.
Al-Faisaly projected starting XI (4-3-3): Fernando Pacheco, Yaseen Barnawi, Abdullah Bin Subayt, Abdoulaye Seck, Mohammed Al Shanqiti, Flavio, Andrei Girotto, Jaime Seoane, Abdulaziz Al Bishi, Alexandre Mendy, Abdullah Al-Mogren. Coach: Giovanni Solinas.
Al Nassr projected lineup
Ange Postecoglou organizes Al Nassr in a 4-4-2 setup, featuring a striking partnership of Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix, with Sadio Mane and Angelo Gabriel delivering width from the flanks. Inigo Martinez and Abdulelah Al Amri occupy central defensive roles ahead of keeper Bento Krepski, while Nawaf Al-Boushail and Ayman Yahya advance from full-back to contribute to the attack. With a full squad available, Postecoglou can deploy a cohesive, offensively driven unit eager to build on their recent positive results.
Al Nassr projected starting XI (4-4-2): Bento Krepski, Nawaf Al-Boushail, Abdulelah Al Amri, Inigo Martinez, Ayman Yahya, Samu, Abdullah Al-Khaibari, Angelo Gabriel, Sadio Mane, Joao Felix, Cristiano Ronaldo. Coach: Ange Postecoglou.
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