
The Saudi newspaper Al-Riyadiya said that a friendly match between Al-Nasr and Al-Faisaly that was to be held during the international break has been cancelled. p>
The newspaper explained that Al-Nasr contacted Al-Faisaly, an activist in the first division “Yellow” League, in order to coordinate a trial match at the request of international coach Stefano Pioli.
She added that Pioli wanted to test the readiness of some of the team's members, but Al-Faisaly apologized for playing the match due to the conflict in the two teams' schedules.
The newspaper indicated that if it is not possible to agree with another club to hold a friendly match, Pioli will decide to organize a maneuver between the first team and the under-19 team.