Union Discloses Why N’Golo Kante, Saleh Al-Shehri Missed Al-Najma Match

Union Discloses Why N’Golo Kante, Saleh Al-Shehri Missed Al-Najma Match

Al-Ittihad Club has publicly addressed the reasons behind the absence of two key players, N’Golo Kante and Saleh Al-Shehri, during their match against Al-Najma in the Saudi Roshn League. This announcement has generated significant interest among fans and analysts alike.

Reasons for Player Absences

  • N’Golo Kante: The French midfielder sustained a traumatic bruise on the left side of his rib cage. This occurred in the recent match with Al-Fateh. Kante is currently undergoing rehabilitation under medical supervision to recover effectively.
  • Saleh Al-Shehri: The forward experienced an injury to his right calf muscle. Medical examinations confirmed the injury, and he is also following a treatment and rehabilitation program to regain fitness.

Match Details

The match against Al-Najma is scheduled for Sunday at 8:30 PM local time. It will take place at the Enma Stadium located within King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah.

League Standings

Currently, Al-Ittihad sits in the sixth position of the Saudi League standings, with a total of 31 points. This is based on 9 victories, 4 draws, and 5 losses. In contrast, Al-Najma is at the bottom of the table, accumulating only 5 points this season.

Implications of the Match

This upcoming match presents a crucial opportunity for Al-Ittihad to enhance their league position. Three points against the struggling Al-Najma team could significantly impact their campaign.