Aouar Leads Al-Ittihad’s Lineup for Al-Qadsiah Encounter
The Saudi Pro League encounters are heating up as Al-Ittihad prepares for their upcoming match against Al-Qadsiah. Portuguese coach Sérgio Conceição has unveiled his team’s lineup for this critical 17th round clash.
Aouar Leads Al-Ittihad’s Lineup
Key player Houssem Aouar returns to action after recovering from an injury he sustained in December. His presence is expected to bolster Al-Ittihad’s midfield greatly.
Team Absences
Several notable players will miss the match:
- Abdulrahman Al-Aboud — absent due to a disciplinary decision.
- Steven Berghuis — out with an injury.
- Predrag Rajković — suspended, requiring adjustments in the goalkeeping position.
- Saleh Al-Shehri and Moath Faqihi — excluded for technical reasons.
Goalkeeper Options
The lineup for Al-Ittihad includes goalkeepers Mohammed Al-Absi and Hamed Al-Shanqeeti. This adjustment highlights the challenges presented by player unavailability.
Defensive and Midfield Lineup
Defenders featured in the lineup are:
- Danilo Pereira
- Ahmed Sharahili
- Mohammed Barnawi
- Mario Mitaj
- Hassan Kadish
- Muhannad Al-Shanqeeti
- Ahmed Al-Julaidan
In the midfield, Al-Ittihad will field:
- Fabinho
- Mohammed Falah
- Awad Al-Nashri
- N’Golo Kante
- Hamed Al-Ghamdi
- Houssem Aouar
- Mahamadou Doumbia
Attack and Recent Performance
The attacking front is led by:
- Moussa Diaby
- Roger Fernandez
- Ahmed Al-Ghamdi
- Karim Benzema
- Abdulaziz Al-Bishi
Al-Ittihad enters this match following a disappointing loss to Al-Ettifaq. In stark contrast, Al-Qadsiah was buoyed by a significant victory over Al-Hazm and sits in fifth place with 33 points. Al-Ittihad trails closely behind in sixth place with 27 points.
This upcoming encounter promises to be a crucial test for both teams as they navigate the challenging landscape of the Saudi Pro League.
