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Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr announce lineups for Saudi Pro League clash

Al-Ittihad coach Jens Wissing and Al-Nassr’s Ange Postecoglou have named their starting XIs for the Saudi Pro League showdown, with Ronaldo leading Al-Nassr’s attack.

Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr announce lineups for Saudi Pro League clash

Al-Ittihad manager Jens Wissing and Al-Nassr’s coach Ange Postecoglou have unveiled their starting XIs for the upcoming Saudi Pro League clash. In Al-Nassr’s attack, Ronaldo is set to lead the charge. The Jeddah-based Al-Ittihad team, aiming to secure a win against their fierce rival Al-Nassr, has named their squad. Predrag Rajković will be in goal for Al-Ittihad, while Ahmed Al-Julaidan, Hassan Kadesh, Danilo Pereira, and Fares Abdi form the defense.

Midfielders Dejan Lopi, Mukhtar Ali, and Houssem Aouar will be supported by forwards Ahmed Al-Ghamdi, George Elinekiena, and Steven Bergwijn.

In response, Al-Nassr’s technical crew, guided by Ange Postecoglou, has also disclosed their lineup for the match against Al-Ittihad. Nawaf Al-Aqidi is the goalkeeper for the hosts, with Nawaf Boushal, Mohamed Simakan, Abdulilah Al-Amri, and Salem Al-Najdi securing the defensive positions. Midfielders Angelo Gabriel, Samu Costa, and Kingsley Coman will be joined by forwards Sadio Mane, João Félix, and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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