Saudi Pro League: How It Looks Ahead of Matchday 10, and Key Fixtures

Saudi Pro League: How It Looks Ahead of Matchday 10, and Key Fixtures

Isaac Darko
updated at October 20, 2023 at 5:07 PM
  • The Saudi Pro League resumes on Friday after the international break
  • Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr will look to return to winning ways as they face Damac
  • Defending champions Al-Ittihad will face Al-Taawon

The Saudi Pro League recommences following a brief international hiatus. Such breaks frequently afford teams a precious chance to regather, rejuvenate, and devise new strategies.

At present, the competition is soaring to unprecedented heights, with Al-Hilal, Al-Taawon, and Al-Nassr occupying the top three positions.

Saudi Pro League
The Saudi Pro League resumes on Friday after the international break. Photos by Khalid Alhaj
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The international break dealt a blow to Al Hilal, as they had to cope with the loss of their star player Neymar.

Nevertheless, it presented a chance for many other Saudi Pro League players to rejuvenate in anticipation of the competition's resumption this Friday.

The dip in temperatures across Saudi Arabia holds the promise of more electrifying matches and increased attendance figures in the weeks to come.

Key Saudi Pro League fixtures on Matchday 10

Al-Taawon vs Al-Ittihad

Al-Taawon kick-start the weekend off with a highly competitive match-up against defending champions Al-Ittihad. The Wolves have been proving they have what it takes to compete at the highest level and will fancy their chances to claim maximum points in their own backyard.

Al-Hilal vs Al-Khaleej

It's hardly unexpected that Al-Hilal currently holds the top position, and they will be aiming to secure maximum points to achieve their fourth consecutive home victory.

As for Al-Khaleej, their challenges extend beyond defensive woes to issues of consistency. While their two recent away wins might boost the team's confidence, they face a formidable opponent given the caliber of their current competition.

Al-Nassr vs Damac

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr has been in scintillating form every time they step onto the field. Their impressive four-match unbeaten run was halted by a 2-2 draw against Abha just before the international break.

To remain within reach of Al-Hilal, who currently lead the table, securing maximum points will be the top priority.

Damac, on the other hand, managed to find their stride before the international break and arrives at this challenging encounter undefeated in their last three fixtures.

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Isaac Darko is a La Liga, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga editor at Sports Brief with a Degree in Journalism and Communications from Ghana Institute of Journalism (2010)
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