Al Kholood vs Al Nassr Prediction 30.01.2026 | Saudi Pro League

Al Kholood are teetering dangerously close to relegation as their challenging Saudi Pro League campaign reaches a critical stage. The Al Rass-based side currently sit 13th in the table, having collected a meager 15 points from 18 league matches.

With only a four-point cushion separating them from the relegation zone, the club will need to reverse their fortunes as soon as possible. However, recent form paints a worrying picture, as they have failed to pick up a point in four of their last five league outings.

While Al Kholood have shown glimpses of attacking intent and potency in front of goal, their defensive vulnerabilities have consistently held them back. The backline has conceded a staggering 32 goals this term, averaging nearly two per game, undermining any progress they make going forward.

Left-winger Myziane Maolida remains sidelined with an ongoing injury, but aside from him, the squad is expected to be fully available for Friday’s crucial clash.

On the other side, Al Nassr continue their relentless pursuit of the Saudi Pro League title, travelling to Ar-Rass in fearless form as they look to keep the pressure firmly on table-toppers Al Hilal with another statement performance.

Currently sitting third in the standings with an impressive 40 points from 18 matches—level with second-placed Al Ahli and just five adrift of leaders Al Hilal—Jorge Jesus’ men have established themselves as genuine title contenders. However, with the margins at the top so fine, they know they must maintain near-perfect consistency if they are to keep their championship ambitions alive.

Although the Knights of Najd endured a nightmare start to 2026, suffering back-to-back defeats against Al Qadsiah and Al Hilal, they have responded in emphatic fashion, stringing together three consecutive victories over Al Shabab, Damac, and most recently Al Taawoun.

In terms of team news, 28-year-old Sami Al-Najei is the only absentee for Portuguese boss Jorge Jesus, but his absence is unlikely to force any tactical reshuffle, given his limited minutes and rotational role this season.