The Saudi Arabian Football Federation's Referees Committee has unveiled the official list of referees for Friday's matches, which are part of the 13th round of the 2025/2026 Saudi Professional League. Three important matches are scheduled for today that could significantly alter the league standings, amidst great anticipation from fans.
Details of today's matches and their referees
The day's matches kick off at 4:30 PM, with Al-Najma Al- Khaleej in a match where both sides will be vying for three points to improve their positions in the mid-table. This will be immediately followed by a highly anticipated tactical encounter at 5:35 PM, where Al-Akhdoud to face Ettifaq
The grand finale, and the most anticipated event for sports fans both inside and outside the Kingdom, is the Saudi Arabian football classic between Al-Ahli and their guests, Al-Nassr . This football summit will kick off at 8:30 PM, with all eyes turning to the stadium to witness the clash of stars and tactics between the two giants of Saudi football.
The importance of the Al-Ahli and Al-Nasr classic
The Al-Ahli vs. Al-Nassr match holds special significance, transcending the mere three-pointer; it represents a long-standing and deeply rooted rivalry. Matches between these two teams are always characterized by intense competition, excitement, and a high number of goals, placing considerable pressure on the refereeing crew to ensure a fair and safe game. This particular match comes at a crucial juncture in the season, as both teams strive to solidify their positions in the top four and seriously contend for the league title, making every refereeing decision crucial and directly impactful on the course of the game.
The development of refereeing in the Saudi League
The announcement of the referees' names comes as part of the transparency adopted by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation and its commitment to developing the refereeing system to keep pace with the tremendous qualitative leap witnessed by the Roshan League. Recent seasons have seen the recruitment of top international refereeing talent, in addition to developing local referees and supporting them with advanced Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology, to ensure fairness and equal opportunities for all clubs.
The global following of the Roshan League imposes precise and strict standards in the selection of referees, especially in major public matches, to ensure that the competitions proceed according to the highest international standards.
Here is the full list of referees for Friday's matches in round 13:
