Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr Lineups, Score, Predictions & Head-to-Head Stats

Story byFarah Ben GamraThu, May 7, 2026·

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Al Shabab are hosting Al Nassr in Riyadh and the stakes have got a whole lot higher as this match could potentially turn the title race on its head.

Al Nassr’s long dominance at the top has taken a hit after their 16-game winning streak was brought to a halt. The league leaders lost 3-1 to Al Qadsiah on May 3, which opened the door for runner-ups Al Hilal to close the gap down to just 5 points. With the heat of a big match against Al Hilal coming next week, Al Nassr now have almost no room for error.

On the other side of the pitch, Al Shabab are struggling at the moment and are down in the 13th spot with 32 points.

A real low point after taking a huge 5-1 loss from Al Taawoun at home. Discipline issues are also starting to become a problem as Abderrazak Hamdallah might be out due to internal sanctions.

AdvertisementNassr's Portuguese forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo (C) jumps for the ball during the Saudi Pro League football match between al-Nassr and al-Shabab at al-Awwal Park stadium, in Riyadh on January 17, 2026. (Photo by Fayez Nureldine / AFP via Getty Images)

Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr Lineups

Al Shabab

Al Nassr

Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr Score Prediction

It seems Al Nassr are in line to dominate ball possession and create most of the chances going forward, but this match has a history of being way more tight than it would seem.

Al Shabab have a capable attacking force which could give the defenders of Al Nassr a lot to worry about, especially down the flanks. They’ve already shown they can pick up points off the stronger teams with some decent results.

However, Al Nassr are consistent, and a squad depth that’s got real attacking skills which gives them a pretty clear edge going into this one. Cristiano Ronaldo is currently leading the goal-scoring charts for the Saudi Pro League this season with 25 goals.

Score Prediction: Al Shabab 1-3 Al Nassr.

Al Shabab vs. Al Nassr Head-to-Head Stats

Al Nassr have the historical upper hand in this fixture. Since 2014, they've taken home 14 wins compared to Al Shabab's 4, with 14 draws between the two teams.

They’re currently on a 10-match unbeaten run against Al Shabab, with 7 wins and 3 draws. The last time the two teams met was back on March 7, when Al Nassr won 3-2 win.

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