Saudi Pro League talking points: Can Al Qadsiah disrupt the established order?
The final round of the Saudi Pro League before the first international break of 2026/27 takes place over the weekend. The league table is already taking shape, with some familiar names at the top. There are a few unfamiliar ones, too. Nassr set for Al Ain showdown Al Nassr got back to winning ways on Wednesday with a 2-1 victory over bottom club Abha. Ange Postecoglou's side suffered a setback in…
As the final round of the Saudi Pro League before the first international break of 2026/27 approaches, the league table is already taking shape. Established names like Al Hilal and Al Nassr lead the pack, but there are some unexpected contenders as well. Nassr recently bounced back from a 2-1 defeat to Abha with a 2-1 victory over the bottom club.
The pressure is on Al Nassr to secure a win against Abha, currently sitting level on 15 points with league leaders Hilal. Their manager, Ange Postecoglou, praised his team's resilience despite injuries and a recent loss to Al Ittihad. Postecoglou also played Ballon d'Or nominee Sadio Mane in the match.
Meanwhile, Al Qadsiah has made a surprising entrance into the top tier of the league. The Eastern Province club, managed by Brendan Rodgers, has won three of their last six games, putting them on equal points with the reigning champions. New signings Julian Quinones and Musab Al Juwayr, along with experienced players like Tijjani Reijnders and Nacho, have contributed to their success. Rodgers' goal has been to disrupt the top teams, and Qadsiah seems to be on the right track.
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