The German Matthias Jaissle, the head coach of Al-Ahli Club, has relied on the Brazilian Jalino in the starting lineup for the team's match against Al-Ettifaq, scheduled to take place this evening, Friday, as part of the second round of the Roshen League.

Jalino's return comes after he only participated as a substitute in the previous match against Neom, as the coach preferred to exclude him from the starting list due to a disciplinary decision after he was late for an important technical meeting.

The Saudi sports newspaper reported that Jaissle is inclined this time to rely on the Brazilian player from the start, given his desire to enhance offensive effectiveness against a strong opponent like Al-Ettifaq on their home ground.

The Al-Ahli delegation heading to Dammam to face Al-Ettifaq was missing the new recruit Saleh Abu Al-Shamat, due to an injury he sustained while with the Saudi national team during the recent international break.

Al-Ahli had opened their league campaign with a valuable victory over Neom, thanks to a goal scored by English striker Ivan Toney, giving his team their first three points in the competition.

Al-Ahli fans are eagerly anticipating Jalino's first appearance this season as a starter, hoping he will provide a strong offensive addition to help the team continue its positive start and compete with the top teams for the league title.