Cristiano Ronaldo Returns in Saudi Super Cup Semi-Final
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make his much-awaited season debut as Al-Nassr face Al-Ittihad in the 2025 Saudi Super Cup semi-final on Tuesday, August 19. The Portuguese superstar, who recently signed a two-year contract extension, will look to add more silverware to his legendary career as he kicks off the new campaign in Saudi Arabia.
Al-Nassr have strengthened their squad with big names like Joao Félix, Kingsley Coman, and Íñigo Martínez, while new head coach Jorge Jesus brings tactical discipline and experience to guide the Riyadh-based club. Ahead of this clash, the team tested its depth in friendlies against SK St. Johann, Toulouse, Rio Ave, and Almería to build chemistry for a packed season.
Benzema-Led Al-Ittihad Aim to Defend Their Crown
On the other side, Karim Benzema’s Al-Ittihad, last season’s Saudi Pro League champions, are determined to prove they remain the top force in Saudi football. Unlike Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad avoided big transfer moves, choosing instead to stick with their winning core.
However, their preseason form was shaky, with defeats to Fenerbahçe, Fulham, and Portimonense. Despite this, their midfield, led by N’Golo Kanté and Houssem Aouar, makes them a dangerous opponent in knockout football.
Saudi Super Cup 2025: Predicted Lineups
Al-Nassr Expected XI:
Nawaf; Marcelo Brozović, Kingsley Coman, Al Khaibari; Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mané, Joao Félix, Bento; Yahya, Simakan, Íñigo Martínez.
Al-Ittihad Expected XI:
Alshanqiti; Fabinho, N’Golo Kanté, Houssem Aouar, Al Shanqiti; Mario Mitaj, Al Mousa, Danilo Pereira, Moussa Diaby, Steven Bergwijn, Karim Benzema.
Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad Live Streaming in USA: When and Where to Watch
The Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad Saudi Super Cup semi-final 2025 will be available live in the USA on Fubo, a legal streaming service that offers access across devices including PCs, smartphones, tablets, Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, and Smart TVs.
Fans can also watch the match on multiple networks available via Fubo, such as USA Network, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS Sports Network, FS1, FOX, Telemundo, Universo, beIN SPORTS, NBC, and Galavision.
The Fubo app is compatible with Windows PCs, Macs, Hisense TVs, LG TVs, Samsung Smart TVs, iOS and Android devices, Amazon Fire TV, Vizio Smartcast, and Xbox One.
