Where to watch Al Nassr vs. Al Hilal: Ronaldo live stream, TV channel, time, lineups, prediction for Saudi Pro League

On By Littum

One of Saudi Arabia’s premier fixtures is set for Friday as reigning champions Al Hilal host Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr in a high-stakes clash.

Al Nassr went into the 2024-25 season hoping to break their second-place finish from the past two years. However, they have struggled to live up to expectations, sitting third in the league, six points behind the leaders. Manager Stefano Pioli faced another setback this week as Al Nassr exited the King Cup of Champions, losing to Al Taawoun, a team placed six places below them in the league.

Meanwhile, Al Hilal have continued their dominant form from last season, maintaining a perfect record in the Saudi Pro League with eight wins in as many matches, along with five straight cup wins. Jorge Jesus’ side claimed a decisive 4-1 win against Al-Tai in midweek to progress to the King Cup of Champions quarter-finals, even without leading goalscorer Mitrović in the lineup.

The sports news looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the game, kick-off times and the latest lineup news.

Al Nasr vs. Al Hilal live stream, tv channel

How to watch this Saudi Pro League match in the US:

TV channel: Fox Soccer Plus
Live stream: Fubo

This game is available for live telecast on Fox Soccer Plus in the United States. Streaming options are available at Fubowhich currently offers a 7-day FREE attempt.

For a limited time, you can get your first month off Fubo for as low as $59.99, a savings of $20. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and 200+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)

What time is Al Nassr vs. Al Hilal kick off?

This Saudi Pro League match will take place at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and gets started Friday, 1 November 20.00 local time.

Here’s how that time translates across the US:

Date Kickoff time
eastern time Fri, Nov 1 14:00
Central time Fri, Nov 1 13:00
Mountain time Fri, Nov 1 12:00
Pacific Time Fri, Nov 1 11:00

Al Nasr vs. Al Hilal lineups, team news

Al Nassr remains without the services of the playmaker Sami Al-Najeiwho has missed the last 44 games due to a cruciate ligament injury.

Cristiano Ronaldo will be desperate to bounce back from his penalty miss last time out. The veteran Portuguese star has had an excellent season so far for Al Nassr, having already scored four goals in the league and should once again lead their frontline here.

Al Nassr predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Bento (GK) – Al Ghanam, Simakan, Laporte, Al-Najdi – Al-Khaibari, Otavio – Angelo, Talisca, Mane – Ronaldo.

Damaged: Al Najei
Suspended: No

After being rested for Al Hilal’s recent King Cup of Champions win over Al Tai, Aleksandar Mitrovic, João Cancelo, Kalidou Koulibalyand Sergej Milinkovic-Savic are all set to return to the starting lineup on Friday.

Mitrovic has been on fire this season scoring ten goals in eight games and he will once again lead the attack alongside Malcolm and Salem Aldawsari. In the engine room, Milinkovic-Savic will be a key player to watch, orchestrating plays from the middle of the park.

After spending more than a year on the sidelines with injury, Neymar finally made his comeback, with the last 15 minutes off Al Hilal’s win over Al Ain. However, he is unlikely to play an extended role in this upcoming game.

For the blue waves, Yassine Bounou remains the only player unavailable through injury and his absence has been felt in recent matches. Reserve goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owaiswho has had a back injury, is said to be close to full fitness and could be ready to take his place in the lineup this weekend.

Al Hilal predicted XI (4-3-3 from right to left): Al-Owais (GK) — Cancelo, Koulibaly, Al Bulaihi, Lodi — Milinkovic-Savic, Neves, N Al Dawsari — Malcolm, Mitrovic, S Al-Dawsari.

Damaged: Yassine Bounou
Suspended: No

Al Nasr vs. Al Hilal Forecast

Al Hilal currently lead the standings in first place, with Al Nassr following close behind in third place. Al Hilal have been in outstanding form and boast an impressive run of eight consecutive victories. Al Nassr, on the other hand, remains unbeaten in the tournament.

While Al Hilal are expected to have the upper hand, Al Nassr will go into the game as a wounded beast after their recent exit from the cup, making them a dangerous opponent not to be taken lightly. Fans from both sides can look forward to an exciting showdown.

  • Forecast: Al Hilal 3-2 Al Nasr

Saudi Pro League fixture schedule this week

All times ET

Thursday 31 October

  • Al Shabab vs. Al Wehda (10:50)
  • Al Okhdood vs. Al Orobah (11.10am)
  • Al Ittihad vs. Al Ahli (14:00)

Friday, November 1

  • Al Khaleej vs. Al Raed (10:35)
  • Damac vs. Al Riyadh (11:15)
  • Al Nasr vs. Al Hilal (14:00)

Saturday, November 2

  • Al Fateh vs. Al Fayha (10.35am)
  • Al Taawoun vs. Al Kholood (10:55)
  • Al Etifaq vs. Al Qadsiah (14:00)