Al-Nasr defender, Mohammed Al-Fateel, suffered a severe injury during the recent match against Esteghlal in the AFC Champions League, resulting in a fracture to his nose. Medical examinations confirmed the need for urgent surgical intervention in the coming days.

Al-Fateel will undergo surgery soon, and the medical staff will oversee the monitoring of his condition following the surgery. A precise rehabilitation program will be established to determine his return to the pitch based on his response to treatment.

The Saudi defender sustained the injury after a strong challenge during the match, falling to the ground in pain, which necessitated immediate medical intervention. After the initial examination, the medical team decided to conduct further tests, which revealed the fracture in his nose.

Al-Fateel is expected to miss upcoming matches until he completes his recovery phase. This absence may pose a challenge for the coach, especially given the crucial competitions that Al-Nasr is facing both domestically and continentally.

The team management and coaching staff are seeking defensive solutions to compensate for Al-Fateel's absence. Attention is turning towards available alternatives to ensure the defensive balance is maintained until the player returns to the field in full readiness.