Cristiano Ronaldo aims for his first official title with Al Nassr as they face Al Ahli in the Saudi Super Cup 2025 final at the Hong Kong Stadium on Saturday. The legendary striker, who is one goal away from scoring his 100th goal for Al Nassr, seeks to add to his trophy collection since joining the Saudi club in 2023.
Ronaldo's only triumph with Al Nassr came in the Arab Club Champions Cup in 2023, which was an unofficial tournament organised by an unrecognised body.
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The Portuguese star played a crucial role in Al Nassr's journey to the final, providing an assist to Joao Felix for the winning goal against Saudi Pro League champions Al Ittihad in the semi-finals.
Al Nassr secured a 2-1 victory in the semi-final despite playing with 10 men for most of the match after Sadio Mane's dismissal in the 25th minute. Mane, who scored the opening goal in the 10th minute, will miss the final due to suspension.
Jorge Jesus's Al Nassr face a challenging task against ACL holders Al Ahli, led by former Manchester City star Riyad Mahrez. The Algerian winger contributed two assists in Al Ahli's commanding 5-1 semi-final victory over Al Qadsiah.
Head-to-headIn the historical head-to-head record between the two clubs, Al Ahli holds a slight advantage with 29 wins compared to Al Nassr's 28, while 15 matches ended in draws.
Al Nassr enter the final with a strong recent record against Al Ahli, remaining unbeaten in their last seven encounters. Al Ahli's last victory against Al Nassr dates back to 2020.
The Saudi Super Cup, now in its 12th edition since its inception in 2013, has seen Al Nassr claim the title twice in 2019 and 2020. Al Ahli's sole triumph in the competition came in 2016.
Who will play the 2025 Saudi Super Cup final?The 2025 Saudi Super Cup final will be played between Al Nassr and Al Ahli.
Where will the 2025 Saudi Super Cup final be played?The 2025 Saudi Super Cup final between Al Nassr and Al Ahli will be played at the Hong Kong Stadium.
When is the 2025 Saudi Super Cup final?The 2025 Saudi Super Cup final between Al Nassr and Al Ahli will take place on Saturday, August 23.
What time is the 2025 Saudi Super Cup final?The 2025 Saudi Super Cup final between Al Nassr and Al Ahli will kick-off at 5:30pm IST.
How to watch the 2025 Saudi Super Cup final?The Saudi Super Cup final will not be aired or live streamed in India.
Al Nassr vs Al Ahli live streaming:United States: fuboTV (plans: Pro, Elite, Latino)
Mexico: FOX, Tubi, Caliente TV, Amazon Prime Video
Central America and Dominican Republic: Tubi
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