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In a highly anticipated clash, Al-Nassr and Inter Miami are set to face off in the Riyadh Season Cup.
This mid-season mini competition in Saudi Arabia promises to be a thrilling encounter between two formidable teams.
As football fans eagerly await this showdown, we bring you all the essential details, including kick-off time, team news, and how to watch the match online.
The Venue and Kick-off Time
The Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will be the battleground for this enthralling club friendly match.
The game is scheduled to kick off at 6 p.m. GMT, 7 p.m. CET, and 1 p.m. ET on February 1, 2024.
This clash of titans will glue football fans from around the world to their screens.
Where to Watch
Online Streaming
Football fans in the United Kingdom (UK) can catch the action live on popular online streaming platforms.
DAZN offers live coverage of the match, ensuring fans don’t miss a single moment of the excitement.
Additionally, DAZN 1 and Apple TV also provide live streaming options for UK viewers.
If you find yourself outside the UK and still want to enjoy the game, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) to access your preferred streaming service.
Team News and Squads
Al-Nassr
Al-Nassr, a prominent Saudi Pro League side, will be missing their star player, Cristiano Ronaldo, due to injury.
The highly anticipated showdown between Ronaldo and Lionel Messi will have to wait for another day.
Sadio Mane, who recently participated in the Africa Cup of Nations, is unlikely to be available for the match.
With Khalid Al-Ghannam joining Al-Ettifaq, Anderson Talisca is expected to lead the attacking front.
Ivory Coast’s Seko Fofana and Australia’s Aziz Behich are also unavailable due to their commitments in the AFCON and Asian Cup respectively.
Expected Al-Nassr XI:
- Goalkeepers: Al-Aqidi, Al-Najjar, Abdullah
- Defenders: Laporte, Al-Amri, Lajami, Al-Fatil, Telles, Qasem, Al-Ghannam, Al-Boushal
- Midfielders: Brozovic, Al-Khaibari, Al-Hassan, Al-Sulaiheem, Otavio, Talisca, Al-Najei, Ghareeb, Al-Aliwa, Yahya
- Forwards: Maran, Mane, Al-Nemer
Inter Miami
Inter Miami, featuring Messi, has a formidable lineup that includes former Barcelona teammates Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets. Suarez, who found the net against Al-Hilal in a recent match, will be a key player to watch out for.
Expected Inter Miami XI:
- Goalkeepers: Callender, Dos Santos, Jensen
- Defenders: Aviles, Kryvtsov, McVey, Fray, Sailor, Hall, Alba, Allen, Negri, Yedlin, Neville, Boatwright, Bright
- Midfielders: Busquets, Gregore, Ruiz, Cremaschi, Gomez, Mota, Sunderland, Gressel, Carmichael, Farias, Morales, Taylor, Azcona, Rodriguez, Stefanelli
- Forwards: Campana, Suarez, Messi, Jean, Robinson, Valencia, Borgelin
Head-to-Head Record
This encounter marks the first-ever meeting between Al-Nassr and Inter Miami.
Both teams will be looking to make a strong impression in their inaugural clash.
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