Al Fateh head into the final day of the Saudi Pro League season in solid form as they welcome Al Nassr on Monday.
Jose Gomes’ side have lost just two of their last nine matches, and they’ll be hoping to end on a positive note after a narrow 1-0 victory over Damac last weekend. Their attack has been firing, with 13 goals in their last six league games, but they remain inconsistent at times and will need to be at their best to challenge a motivated Al Nassr side.
For Al Nassr, the stakes are high. Stefano Pioli’s men must win and hope Al Qadsiah drop points to secure a top-three finish and a spot in the AFC Champions League. They come into the clash after a 2-0 victory over Al Khaleej, where Cristiano Ronaldo’s 97th-minute penalty kept their hopes alive.
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With four wins in their last six away games and a 9-0 demolition of Al Akhdoud in that run, Al Nassr will back themselves. They are one point short of the third-placed Al Quadisiya going into their final match of the season.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Al Fateh vs. Al Nassr live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this Saudi Pro League match in the U.S.:
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This game is not available for live TV broadcast or streaming in English in the United States.
What time does Al Fateh vs. Al Nassr kick off?
This Saudi Pro League clash takes place at the Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi Stadium in Hofuf, Saudi Arabia and kicks off on Monday, May 26 at 9:00 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Mon, May 26 | 2:00 p.m. |
| Central Time | Mon, May 26 | 1:00 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Mon, May 26 | 12:00 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Mon, May 26 | 11:00 a.m. |
Al Fateh vs. Al Nassr predicted lineups, team news
Al Fateh face Al Nassr on Monday with Suhayb Al Zaid still sidelined due to a knee injury that is expected to keep him out until 2026, leaving manager Gomes with a near-full squad.
Midfielder Sofiane Bendebka has been the standout performer for Al Fateh, contributing to all three goals in their previous match with two goals and an assist. Bendebka remains Al Fateh’s top scorer this season with 12 goals and will be key in their bid to avoid relegation
Al Fateh predicted XI (3-4-3, right to left): Al-Aqidi (GK) — Al Dohaim, Fernandes, Saadane — Julaydan, Youssef, Bendebka, Qasim — Batna, Vargas, Sbai.
Injured: Al Zaid
Suspended: None
Reports have also linked Cristiano Ronaldo with a possible move to rivals Al-Hilal at the end of the season. However, he continues to lead the line with Jhon Duran and will be looking to end the season on a high.
Al Nassr predicted XI (4-4-2, right to left): Bento (GK) — Al Ghanam, Simakan, Al-Fatil, Boushal — Yahya, Khaibari, Otavio, Mane — Duran, Ronaldo.
Injured: Ghareeb, Laporte
Suspended: None
Saudi Pro League fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Monday, May 26
- Al Ettifaq vs. Al Wehda (2:00 p.m.)
- Al Fateh vs. Al Nassr (2:00 p.m.)
- Al Fayha vs. Al Shabab (2:00 p.m.)
- Al Hilal vs. Al-Qadsiah (2:00 p.m.)
- Al Ittihad vs. Damac (2:00 p.m.)
- Al Khaleej vs. Al Okhdood (2:00 p.m.)
- Al Orubah vs. Al Taawoun (2:00 p.m.)
- Al Raed vs. Al Kholood (2:00 p.m.)
- Al Riyadh vs. Al Ahli (2:00 p.m.)
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