Get ready for a thrilling King Cup clash as Al Nassr, featuring the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo, travels to Buraidah to face Al Hazm on Monday, September 23rd at 9:05 PM IST. The match will take place at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium.
Al Hazm, relegated from the top division, the Saudi Pro League, last season after finishing rock bottom, has surprisingly found their footing in their current league. They’ve started off strong with three wins and a draw in their opening four matches.
Ronaldo, who showcased his scoring prowess in Al Nassr’s last match against Al Ettifaq, is expected to lead the line once again against Al Hazm. The Portuguese superstar was spotted in training, suggesting he’s ready to make an impact in this cup tie.
Al Nassr, under the guidance of their new manager Stefan Pioli, is currently fifth in the league table with two wins and two draws. They’ve made a decent start to their campaign and will be aiming to carry that momentum into this cup match.
This encounter marks only Al Nassr’s second game under Pioli, adding another layer of intrigue to this already exciting fixture. With Ronaldo in top form and Al Nassr looking to make a statement, expect fireworks in this King Cup showdown.