Al Nassr vs. Al Wasl: AFC Champions League Elite Preview, Prediction & Lineups
Al Nassr are set to take on UAE Pro League side Al Wasl in their AFC Champions League Elite 2024-25 fixture on February 3 at Al-Awwal Park, Riyadh. The Saudi club, currently third in Group B, will be aiming to climb higher in the standings, though goal difference limits their potential rise to second place even with a win. Meanwhile, Al Wasl sit fifth and could move up to third with a victory.
Match Preview
Current Form
✅ Al Nassr (W-D-W-W-W)
Cristiano Ronaldo and his team are in excellent form, having won their last three Saudi Pro League games. However, they suffered a 1-2 defeat to Al Sadd in their last AFC Champions League Elite match and will be keen to bounce back.
⚠️ Al Wasl (D-W-L-W-D)
The UAE side has been struggling domestically, winning only four of their 14 matches in the UAE Pro League. However, their ACL Elite campaign has been more promising, with three wins in six games so far.
Players to Watch
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
Turning 40 soon, Ronaldo continues to be a crucial figure for Al Nassr. In his last match, he scored a goal and provided an assist. He has already netted four times in this AFC Champions League edition.
Fabio Lima (Al Wasl)
The Brazilian-born UAE international has scored twice in five ACL matches. His ability to control midfield and create goal-scoring opportunities makes him a key player for Al Wasl.
Match Facts
- Al Nassr lost their last ACL match (1-2 vs. Al Sadd).
- They remain unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions.
- Al Wasl drew 1-1 against Al Rayyan in their last ACL outing.
Head-to-Head Record
✅ Total Matches: 2
- Al Nassr Wins: 1
- Al Wasl Wins: 1
- Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
Al Nassr (4-2-3-1)
Bento (GK); Al Ghanam, Simakan, Alawjami, Boushal; Alhassan, Brozovic; Gabriel, Otavio, Mane; Ronaldo.
Al Wasl (4-2-3-1)
Al-Senani (GK); Awad, Jeong, Perez, Saleh; Sidibe, Surour; Diallo, Gimenez, Lima; Santos.
Injury & Team News
Al Nassr – Sami Al-Najei is unavailable due to injury.
Al Wasl – No injury concerns; full squad available.
Betting Tips & Predictions
🔹 Al Nassr to Win
🔹 Under 3.5 Goals
🔹 Cristiano Ronaldo to Score
Score Prediction: Al Nassr 2-1 Al Wasl
Where to Watch
India – FanCode
USA – Paramount+
Nigeria – beIN SPORTS CONNECT
UK – TBD
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