Al-Ettifaq FC vs Al-Nassr FC Prediction: Ronaldo will lead Al-Nassr to their first league victory of the season

Monday marks the eagerly anticipated return of the Saudi Professional League, signaling the advent of a season brimming with excitement, anticipation, and goals. Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr will face off against Al-Ettifaq at the Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd Stadium with hopes of starting their new season with a victory. As they embark on their journey with hopes of a remarkable season ahead, we are ready for all the thrills. Presented below are meticulously crafted tips for your enjoyment of the forthcoming action.

In the previous Saudi Pro League season, Ettifaq displayed a satisfactory performance, securing the 7th spot in the league standings. However, the team is determined to elevate their performance in the upcoming season. This determination is reflected in their appointment of Steven Gerrard as their new manager, alongside the strategic signings of prominent European players such as Jordan Henderson from Liverpool, Moussa Dembele from Lyon, and Jack Hendry from Club Brugge. The question arises: Will they present a formidable challenge to Ronaldo's Al-Nassr on Monday?

Under the leadership of Ronaldo, Al-Nassr enjoyed an exceptional season in the Saudi Pro League, securing the second position and earning a spot in the AFC Champions League qualifiers. In preparation for the upcoming season's fierce competition, Al-Nassr has strategically acquired prominent European talents, including Sadio Mane from Bayern Munich, Marcelo Brozovic from Inter Milan, Fofana from Lens, and Alex Telles from Manchester United. Additionally, Al-Nassr has exhibited their prowess in the Arab Club Champions Cup, reaching the finals where they will face their rivals, Al-Hilal. With all these elements in place, our anticipation is set for a remarkable season from Al-Nassr.

A critical look at their last 6 encounters produced 2 wins for Al-Nassr, 3 draws, and a victory for Al-Ettifaq.

Historically, Al-Nassr has encountered difficulties when facing Al-Ettifaq, and considering the recent acquisitions made by both teams, a highly competitive clash can be anticipated on Monday. Nevertheless, our assessment remains that Al-Nassr is unlikely to suffer defeat in this match, even with their impending Arab Club Champions final against Al-Hilal looming. Opting for either an Al-Nassr win or a draw appears to be a strong choice.

Ettifaq is expected to pose a challenge to Al-Nassr, and it is plausible that they will manage to find the back of the net during this encounter. Our prediction aligns with goals being scored in both halves, carrying odds of 1.60.