Damac vs Al-Nassr Preview: Prediction, Team News, Lineups
Al-Nassr is gearing up for a crucial match against Damac in the Saudi Pro League. After breaking a four-match winless streak, Al-Nassr aims to sustain their momentum. For Damac, this match is vital as they look to end their own four-match drought.
Damac vs Al-Nassr: Match Preview
Al-Nassr started the season strong, winning their first ten games. However, a draw against Al-Ettifaq marked the beginning of a decline, with three consecutive defeats following that result. They recently returned to winning ways, defeating Al Shabab 3-2, thanks to a late goal from Abdulrahman Ghareeb.
The victory allows Al-Nassr to hold the second position in the league standings, seven points behind leaders Al Hilal. Despite their disappointing form lately, they’ve scored a total of 42 goals this season, making them the highest-scoring team in the league. However, their defense has struggled, conceding 17 goals, with 11 in the last five matches.
Al-Nassr’s Away Challenges
Al-Nassr has been inconsistent in away matches, failing to win their last three outings, with two losses and one draw. They began the season with four consecutive away victories, but their recent performances have raised concerns.
Damac’s Fight for Survival
On the other hand, Damac faces a challenging situation as they sit 15th in the league, just two points above the relegation zone. Their last match resulted in a 1-1 draw against Al Fayha, marking a total of eight draws for the season, the most in the league.
Despite struggling to find wins, Damac’s recent draw ended a streak of four straight losses. With only 12 goals scored, they have the second-lowest tally in the league, while conceding 26 goals this season. They seek to improve on their home form, having not won at Al-Mahalah Stadium in their last eight matches.
Key Players
- Al-Nassr: Cristiano Ronaldo leads the league in goals, with 15 so far. Joao Felix is also a key contributor, and together they have scored 67% of the team’s league goals.
- Damac: Valentin Vada has been instrumental, scoring six goals and providing two assists, playing a pivotal role in Damac’s attack.
Team News
Damac may miss Nabil Alioui and David Kaiki due to injuries. However, they welcome back defender Abdelkader Bedrane after a suspension. Al-Nassr, on the other hand, will still be without Sami Al-Najei and Abdulmalik Al-Jaber. Midfielder Marcelo Brozovic and goalkeeper Nawaf Al-Aqidi return from suspensions which could boost their performance.
Predictions
As Al-Nassr prepares for this important fixture, guestimates suggest a strong performance against Damac. Given their impressive record against Damac and the host’s struggles, a 3-1 victory for Al-Nassr seems likely. Both teams have everything at stake, but the visitors are expected to secure all three points.
