The lineup for Al-Nassr’s Saudi Pro League match against Al-Kholood includes club captain Cristiano Ronaldo, and has led to different reactions from fans. The Knights of Najd are chasing a win that will move them closer to league leaders Al-Hilal following their draw with Al-Qadsiah.
Al-Nassr manager Jorge Jesus has opted to make two changes to the XI that narrowly overcame Al-Taawoun earlier this week. The Portuguese tactician has included the duo of Ali Al-Hassan and Angelo Gabriel in the XI for the meeting with Al-Kholood in Buraydah.
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The selection made by Jesus has led the club’s fans to react, with several of them feeling unconvinced by the manager’s choice of starters. A number of the fans took to X to air their opinions on the matter. A fan was unhappy with the inclusion of Al-Hassan and Saad Al-Nasser in the XI.
Another fan was not feeling confident of their side’s chances, pointing out that they fear that they will receive a red card or struggle to win.
A fan appeared dismayed by the inclusion of Saad Al-Nasser in the XI.
Another fan predicted that the Knights of Najd will drop points against Al-Kholood.
A fan requested that Jesus ought to start left-back Nawaf Al-Boushail ahead of Al-Nasser.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s side are set to prosecute the game against Al-Kholood without key midfielder Marcelo Brozovic after he picked up an injury in training. The Croatia international felt pain in his thigh during training on Wednesday, ruling him out of today’s game, while his recovery timeline remains unclear.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s teammate closing in on Al-Nassr exit: Reports
Al-Nassr are prepared to sanction the exit of Brazilian youngster Wesley from the club this month, as per reports. The former Corinthians youngster has had to make do with a bit-part role at the club this season, and could be set for a move to Europe before the end of the January transfer window.
Fabrizio Romano has reported that Real Sociedad are close to finalizing an agreement to sign the 20-year-old on a permanent basis, with a deal close to completion. The Brazil U-20 international will leave the Saudi giants after just 18 months with the club to continue his career in Spain.
Wesley impressed in his native Brazil as a teenager before choosing to play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League. The young forward has played 40 times for the Knights of Najd since his arrival, scoring five goals and providing four assists.
Edited by Sulayman Salahudeen
