List of Absentees for Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr in the Riyadh Derby

Preparations for the anticipated Riyadh derby between Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal have seen worrying developments, as it has been confirmed that several key players will be absent from the much-awaited match in the 32nd round of the Roshan League.

Al-Nassr suffered a major blow with the absence of four key players, led by Croatian Marcelo Brozović, along with Ali Al-Hassan, Angelo Gabriel, and Abdullah Al-Khaibari, due to various injuries affecting their technical readiness.

Coach Jorge Jesus is looking for alternative solutions in the midfield to compensate for the absence of Brozović, who is considered one of the team's key pillars, especially given the importance of the match in the race for the top spot.

Al-Nassr is aiming for a victory to strengthen its position at the top of the standings and continue its positive results in the crucial stages of the current season.

On the other hand, Al-Hilal's situation was not any better, as it was confirmed that Hamad Al-Yami would be absent due to a cruciate ligament tear, in addition to Senegalese player Kalidou Koulibaly, who is not yet physically ready.

The technical staff of Al-Hilal is preparing to make necessary adjustments, with Yusuf Aktashik expected to replace Koulibaly, while Muteb Al-Harbi will take Yamani's place in the starting lineup.

Al Hilal enters the match with great ambition to seize the top spot from their traditional rival, amidst the close points and intensified competition for the Saudi Roshan League title this season.