Al Nassr, currently lagging behind in the Saudi Pro League standings, will face off against Damac, a team chasing a top-half finish. With superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo and a home-field advantage, Al Nassr will be looking to narrow the gap between themselves and league leaders Al Ittihad. Fans in India can catch the action on Sony LIV, while UK viewers can tune into DAZN UK or fuboTV to watch the highly anticipated showdown between these two powerhouse teams.
Background
Al-Nassr FC, the current Saudi Pro League champions, will host Damac FC on February 25, 2023, in a highly anticipated clash at the King Fahd Stadium in Riyadh. The match pits two teams with contrasting ambitions and will feature the debut of global superstar Cristiano Ronaldo for Al-Nassr.
Al-Nassr: Chasing the Title
Despite being the reigning champions, Al-Nassr has struggled for consistency this season and currently sits in fourth place, nine points behind league leaders Al Ittihad. The signing of Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d'Or winner, was a major coup for the club and is expected to boost their title hopes.
Damac: Aiming for a Top-Half Finish
Damac, on the other hand, has performed well so far and currently occupies ninth place in the standings. They will be looking to secure a top-half finish and potentially even challenge for a place in the AFC Champions League.
Ronaldo's Impact
All eyes will be on Ronaldo, who is making his debut for Al-Nassr after joining the club on a lucrative contract in December 2022. The Portuguese forward is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time and is expected to have an immediate impact on the team.
Match Details
Broadcast Information
1. When did Cristiano Ronaldo sign for Al-Nassr? Ronaldo signed for Al-Nassr on December 31, 2022.
2. How many goals has Ronaldo scored for Al-Nassr? Ronaldo has scored 1 goal in his first 2 appearances for Al-Nassr.
3. Who is the favorite to win the match between Al-Nassr and Damac? Al-Nassr, with Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks, is considered the favorite to win.
4. What is Damac's record against Al-Nassr? Damac has a poor record against Al-Nassr, having won only 1 of their previous 8 meetings.
5. Who won the last match between Al-Nassr and Damac? Al-Nassr won the last match between the two teams 2-1 on February 27, 2021.
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