Saudi media reports have revealed that Italian coach Stefano Pioli of Al-Nasr has settled on a replacement for Nawaf Bouchal, the team's player, during the upcoming match against Al-Hilal, who is absent due to accumulated yellow cards.

The Italian coach has opted to rely on Salem Al-Najdi as a starter during the training session held yesterday, Wednesday, to cover Bouchal's absence.

Defender Emerick Laporte was seen in Al-Nasr's training for the second consecutive day after recovering from the effects of foot surgery he underwent during the league's break.

Meanwhile, Abdullah Al-Khaibari continues to undergo rehabilitation sessions in preparation for his return to training, following a long absence due to a quadriceps tear he sustained during the team's match against Al-Ahli.