Al Shabab vs Al Nassr Live Saudi Pro League 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo In Action Start time Live Streaming Channel Broadcast Details in India and Dubai UAE. Photo: Cristiano Ronaldo X
Al Shabab vs Al Nassr Live Today’s match Streaming Details: The Riyadh derby between Al Shabab and Al Nassr on tonight, May 7, 2026, has massive implications for the Saudi Pro League title race. Al Nassr’s (79 pts) lead at the top of the league was cut to just two points following a rare 3-1 slip-up to Al Qadsiah last weekend. Ronaldo’s side cannot afford to slip up in these final three matchweeks with a potential title-deciding clash against Al Hilal looming on May 12.
Al Shabab are in 13th in the standings with 32 points, and come into this fixture in a slump. The ‘White Lions’ have managed just one win in their last six games and were hammered 5-1 at home by Al Taawoun in their last fixture. They are mathematically safe from relegation but the hosts will be desperate to play “spoiler” to their cross-town rivals.
Tactically, Al Nassr are expected to bring Sadio Mane back to partner Cristiano Ronaldo and Otavio to take advantage of a Shabab defence that has shipped 10 goals in its last four league games. Al Nassr have dominated the head-to-head record between the two teams, winning seven of the last ten encounters. A thrilling encounter awaits at King Fahd Stadium as the visitors look to take another step towards their first league title in the Ronaldo era.
When will the Al Shabab vs Al Nassr Saudi Pro League match take place?
The match between Al Nassr vs Al Ahli Saudi Pro League match is scheduled for Thursday, 7 May 2026.
When will the Al Shabab vs Al Nassr Saudi Pro League match start?
The match will kick off at 11:30 PM IST in India on Thursday, 7 May 2026.
Where will the Al Shabab vs Al Nassr Saudi Pro League match be played?
The game will be held at the King Fahd Stadium in Taif.
Where to watch Al Shabab vs Al Nassr Pro League match in India?
The match will not be broadcast live on TV in India and live-streamed on the FanCode app and website in India from 11:30 PM IST on Thursday, 7 May 2026.
Where to watch Al Shabab vs Al Nassr Pro League match in Dubai (UAE) and across Middle East?
The match will be broadcast live on Thmanyah channels across MENA regions and live-streamed on the Thmanyah app from 10:00 PM Dubai (Gulf Standard Time) on Thursday, 7 May 2026.
Al-Shabab: Grohe; Al-Thani, Al-Shwirekh, Al-Bulayhi, Balobaid; Al-Azaizeh, Al Asmari, Adli, Brownhill; Al-Hammami, Carrasco
Al-Nassr: Bento; Martinez, Alamri, Simakan, Boushal; Brozovic, Al-Khaibari; Mane, Felix, Coman; Ronaldo
Al Nassr are the clear favourites to win tonight’s Riyadh derby against Al Shabab at King Fahd Stadium. With three games of the season remaining, Al Nassr are top of the Saudi Pro League on 79 points, just two points ahead of Al Hilal, meaning this game is a must-win to protect their lead ahead of next week’s potential title decider. The visitors have been the dominant force in this fixture in recent times and are unbeaten in their last ten meetings with Al Shabab, winning the reverse fixture 3-2 back in January. Al Nassr, who lost 3-1 to Al Qadsiah last time out, have a star-studded team with Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Félix and should be at full strength and looking to bounce back. Meanwhile Al Shabab have been inconsistent and sit 13th after a heavy 5-1 defeat to Al Taawoun in their last game. Al Shabab have won just once in their last six games and have shown some major defensive weaknesses that the league’s best attack will likely exploit. Most analysts are expecting a comfortable 3-1 or 4-0 win for Al Nassr as they look to secure the three points they need to move closer to their first league title in the Ronaldo era.
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Result | Score |
| May 3, 2026 | Al Taawoun | Home | Loss | 1–5 |
| April 28, 2026 | Al Fateh | Home | Draw | 1–1 |
| April 14, 2026 | Al Qadsiah | Away | Loss | 2–2 (L) |
| April 5, 2026 | Al Riyadh | Away | Draw | 1–1 |
| March 14, 2026 | Al Okhdood | Home | Win | 2–0 |
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Result | Score |
| May 3, 2026 | Al Qadsiah | Away | Loss | 1–3 |
| April 29, 2026 | Al Ahli | Home | Win | 2–0 |
| April 15, 2026 | Al Ettifaq | Home | Win | 1–0 |
| April 11, 2026 | Al Okhdood | Away | Win | 2–0 |
| April 3, 2026 | Al Najma | Home | Win | 5–2 |
Debayan Bhattacharyya is a seasoned sports journalist and digital media professional, currently serving as the Chief Sub Editor at ITV Digital (NewsX). A true Football-Fanatic Bong, his professional journey began at Zee Media, where he kicked off his career as a Sub-Editor for the sports team at India.com and CricketCountry. His ability to blend insightful analysis with rapid-fire news delivery soon led him to Times Network, where he served as a Senior Copy Editor for Times Now. Before his current role at NewsX, Debayan spent a significant tenure at OneIndia’s MyKhel as a Senior Sub Editor.
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