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Al-Nassr vs. Al-Taawoun: Match Preview and Betting Tips for Saudi Arabian Cup - Oct. 29, 2024
Match Preview
On Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024, Al-Nassr will take on Al-Taawoun at Mrsool Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the Saudi Arabian Cup. Both clubs will be aiming for three points for different reasons.
Al-Nassr, the Saudi Pro League Champions, will be looking to continue their fine form in the Saudi Arabian Cup after winning back-to-back matches against Al-Hilal and Al-Shabab, respectively. Cristiano Ronaldo headlines the team with 7 goals in 3 matches so far this season.
Al-Taawoun, on the other hand, will be looking to pull off an upset and earn three points to get above the relegation zone. They are coming off of a 1-1 draw against Abha on Oct. 22 and have just one win this season in three matches.
Team News
Al-Nassr will be without the services of injured defender Álvaro González for this match. Al-Taawoun have no reported injuries and will have a full squad to choose from for this match.
How to Watch
The match will be streamed on Shahid, the official broadcaster of the Saudi Arabian Cup.
Betting Tips
Al-Nassr are the heavy favorites to win this match, and for good reason. They have a much stronger squad on paper and have been in better form this season. However, Al-Taawoun are always a dangerous team to play against, and they will be motivated to pull off an upset in this match.
Here are some betting tips for the match:
* Al-Nassr to win: 1.50
* Over 2.5 goals: 1.75
* Cristiano Ronaldo to score anytime: 1.90
Prediction
Al-Nassr should be too strong for Al-Taawoun in this match. The Saudi Pro League Champions are in better form and have a much stronger squad. I predict that Al-Nassr will win the match 2-0.