Roshan 7: Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr and Al-Qadisiyah in title race
The race for the top of the Saudi Pro League has intensified ahead of the seventh round, with Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, and Al-Qadisiyah all tied on 15 points, while Al-Ittihad trails by just one point.
The seventh round will see 9 matches taking place over Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, featuring clashes between top clubs and teams looking to escape the relegation zone and improve their positions in the standings.
The round kicks off with a match between Al-Qadisiyah and Al-Ettifaq at 18:25 at Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam, where Al-Qadisiyah enters the match with 15 points in third place.
Al-Ettifaq currently sits in 8th place with 10 points and hopes to achieve a positive result against a rival competing strongly for the top spot, aiming to reduce the gap with the leading teams.
Al-Ittihad, currently in 4th place with 14 points, will visit Al-Faisaly, who are in 17th place with 3 points, at 18:45 in Al Majma'ah.
Ittihad aims to secure another victory to stay close to the top three, while Al-Faisaly enters the match searching for its first win after a rocky start in the Saudi Pro League.
Al Ahly FC and Al Hazm will conclude Friday's matches, facing each other at 21:00 at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium in Jeddah.
Al Ahly FC currently sits in 9th place with 9 points, while Al Hazm is in 10th with 8 points, making the matchup very close with just a one-point difference between the teams.
Al-Hilal, top of the Saudi Pro League with 15 points, begins their Saturday matches when they visit Al Taawoun, who are in 14th place with 3 points, at 18:50 at Al Taawoun Club Stadium in Buraidah.
Al-Hilal aim to recover from their recent defeat and maintain their position at the top of the table, while Al-Taawun are relying on home advantage and their fans to secure a result that helps them move away from the danger zone.
Al-Shabab face Al-Fayha at 21:00 at the SHG Arena in Riyadh, with both teams looking to improve their standings in the Saudi Pro League.
Al-Shabab are currently in 15th place with 3 points, while Al-Fayha FC sits in 11th place with 5 points, making this match very important for both sides.
Al Nassr, currently in second place with 15 points, face a tough away test against Al Khaleej, who sit in 13th place with 4 points.
The match will take place at 21:00 at Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam, where Al Nassr are aiming for victory to continue their battle for the top, while Al Khaleej are looking for a result to restore balance to the team.
Sunday's matches kick off with Neom facing Al-Fateh at 19:20 at King Khalid Sports City Stadium in Tabuk. Neom enters the match sitting in fifth place with 12 points.
Al-Fateh are looking for their first win in the league as they sit in 16th place with 3 points, while Neom aims to continue their strong start and close in on the top three.
Al Riyadh hosts Al-Kholood at 21:00 in Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, in a match between two teams aiming to improve their standings.
Al-Kholood are sixth with 12 points, while Al Riyadh sit twelfth with 5 points, making the three points a crucial target for both teams.
The seventh round concludes with a match between Al-Dhariyah and Abha at 21:00 at Al Awal Park in Riyadh, where Al-Dhariyah currently sits in seventh place with 10 points.
Abha sits at the bottom of the table with just one point and is looking for a result to give them a boost, while Al-Dar'iya aims to take advantage of the match and continue their progress in the Saudi Pro League.
On Friday, Al-Qadisiyah faces Al-Ettifaq in what promises to be an exciting match. Al-Ittihad is looking to continue their pursuit of the top teams in the Saudi Pro League. Al Ahly and Al-Hazm are set for a close encounter, with both teams eager to secure points. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal faces a test against Al-Taawoun, aiming to maintain their strong form. Al-Shabab and Al-Fayha are both searching for a new victory to boost their standings. In another clash, Al-Nassr will collide with Al Khaleej, looking to assert their dominance. Neom takes on Al-Fateh to conclude the round, while Al-Riyadh and Al-Kholood meet in a new showdown. Finally, Al-Dhariyah wraps up the round against Abha, hoping to finish on a high note.
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