Al-Nassr hosts Al-Zawraa this Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at 4pm (UTC time), on King Saud University Stadium, on Riade, on Arábia Saudita. The match is valid for the sixth and final round of the group stage of the AFC
Al-Zawraa occupies second place and needs at least a draw to confirm its place in the next phase. The lineups were confirmed hours before kickoff, with emphasis on the presence of Cristiano Ronaldo in the Al-Nassr attack.
Live streaming takes place on channels such as ESPN and associated streaming platforms, depending on the region.
al-nassr confirmed lineup
Coach Jorge Jesus opted for a balanced formation to maintain the competitive pace after a break in the Saudi calendar. Al-Nassr enters the field with Bento in goal, a defense made up of Sultan Al-Ghannam, Abdulelah Al-Amri and other regular starters.
In the middle, Marcelo Brozović commands the creation, while the attack has Kingsley Coman, Ângelo Gabriel, João Félix and Cristiano Ronaldo as captain and central reference. Essa lineup reflects the rotation adopted in the competition, but with maximum strength to seek another victory.
- Benedict;
- Sultan Al-Ghannam;
- Abdulelah Al-Amri;
- Aymeric Laporte;
- Nawaf Boushal;
- Marcelo Brozovic;
- Abdullah Al-Khaibari;
- KingsleyComan;
- Angelo Gabriel;
- John Félix;
- Christian Ronaldo (c).
Al-zawraa’s formation and ambitions
Al-Zawraa, coached by Emad Mohammed, adopts a defensive scheme with quick counterattacks. The lineup includes Jalal Hassan in goal, a solid defensive line led by experienced players and an attack with Ibrahim Tomiwa as the main threat.
The Iraqi team arrives motivated by recent victories and seeks to score away from home to seal classification without depending on other results. The focus is on tactical organization to neutralize the opponent’s offensive power.
This configuration allows Al-Zawraa to explore fast transitions.
- Jalal Hassan;
- Abdallah Nasib;
- Maytham Jabbar;
- Akam Hashem;
- KadhimRaad;
- Nizar Al-Rashdan;
- Hussein Falah;
- HayderAbdulkareem;
- Mahdi Al-Humaidan;
- Ibrahim Tomiwa (c).
Where to watch the match live
The game Al-Nassr x Al-Zawraa is broadcast on ESPN in several countries, with streaming options on Disney+ for subscribers. No Brasil, the confrontation will be live from 1pm (Brasília time), with narration and expert commentary.
Platforms like Sofascore offer real-time tracking with detailed statistics. Outras regions rely on AFC-affiliated local channels for complete coverage.
These options guarantee broad access to the decisive duel of the group stage.
Context of the afc champions league two
AFC Champions League Two brings together intermediate-level clubs on the Asian continent, with a group stage followed by a knockout stage. Grupo D has Al-Nassr undefeated and with an impressive goal difference after five rounds.
Al-Zawraa has nine points and leads the chase for the second spot. The competition distributes prizes and places for higher tournaments in future editions.
This structure encourages consistent performances throughout rounds.
Recent team performance
Al-Nassr maintained a positive streak with convincing victories in the previous rounds, including routs that highlighted their efficient attack. The break in the national calendar allowed for intense training and preparatory friendlies.
Al-Zawraa have won recent head-to-head matches and demonstrate defensive resilience in away games. Ambas the teams arrive motivated to end the group stage in a positive way.
The history of clashes this season favors the Saudi team, which won the first game.
Refereeing and stadium details
Chinese referee Ming Fu commands the match, with a low average number of cards in previous games. King Saud University Stadium, known commercially as Al-Awwal Park, hosts the duel with a capacity for thousands of fans.
The venue usually hosts Al-Nassr games and international events. The expectation is for a full house to support the home team.
These elements contribute to a competitive and organized environment.
Expectations for the confrontation
Analysts point to favoritism for Al-Nassr due to the quality of the squad and the home factor. Al-Zawraa plans a cautious stance to exploit opponent mistakes.
The game promises initial balance with possible acceleration in the second half. The classification already assured allows the leader to test tactical variations.
The result defines final positions in the group and boosts preparation for the round of 16.
