The battle for the top spot heats up in the Roshan League: Al-Nasr sits atop the standings
The 23rd round of the Saudi Professional League, held on the anniversary of its founding, witnessed dramatic changes at the top of the standings, with Al-Nassr seizing the lead after their traditional rivals, Al-Hilal, stumbled. This shift comes at a crucial juncture in the season, further intensifying the excitement and suspense of the race for the most prestigious title in Saudi football.
In the round's details, Al-Nassr secured a resounding and well-deserved 4-0 victory over Al-Hazm, showcasing their formidable attacking prowess. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal stumbled to a 1-1 draw against Al-Ittihad in a classic encounter, dropping two valuable points and handing the top spot directly to their rivals. Other leading teams continued their pressure, with Al-Ahli and Al-Qadisiyah both achieving crucial wins that kept them firmly in contention for the top positions, while the relegation zone remained largely unchanged.
Background to the fierce competition in the historic season
The current season of the Saudi Professional League is considered one of the strongest in its history, thanks to the significant support the sports sector receives as part of Saudi Vision 2030. The league has witnessed a qualitative leap by attracting a constellation of the world's most prominent football stars, led by Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo with Al-Nassr, in addition to other stars such as Karim Benzema and N'Golo Kanté at Al-Ittihad, and Neymar at Al-Hilal. This global presence has not only raised the technical level of the competition but has also placed it in the global spotlight, making it the focus of attention for millions of football fans around the world.
The local and international impact of the development of the Saudi League
The race for the Roshan League title is no longer merely a local affair; it has acquired significant regional and international dimensions. The fierce competition between the top clubs, particularly Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal, has become a major focus for global media. The league's success in attracting such big names enhances the Kingdom's standing as a global sporting destination and contributes to increased television broadcasting rights and the attraction of international sponsors. Domestically, this competition has led to a noticeable increase in stadium attendance and heightened the passion and sense of belonging among fans, creating a competitive and sustainable sporting environment.
Roshan League standings after the end of the Founding Day round:
1) Al-Nasr – Played 22 – Won 18 – Drew 1 – Lost 3 – 55 points
2) Al-Hilal – Played 22 – Won 16 – Drew 6 – Lost 0 – 54 points
3) Al Ahly – Played 22 – Won 16 – Drew 5 – Lost 1 – 53 points
4) Al-Qadisiyah – Played 22 – Won 15 – Drew 5 – Lost 2 – 50 points
5) Cooperation – Played 22 – Won 12 – Drew 3 – Lost 7 – 39 points
6) Al-Ittihad – Played 22 – Won 11 – Drew 5 – Lost 6 – 38 points
7) Al-Ittifaq – Played 22 – Won 11 – Drew 5 – Lost 6 – 38 points
8) Neom – Played 22 – Won 9 – Drew 4 – Lost 9 – 31 points
9) Al Khaleej – Played 22 – Won 7 – Drew 6 – Lost 9 – 27 points
10) Al-Fayha – Played 22 – Won 7 – Drew 5 – Lost 10 – 26 points
11) Al-Fateh – Played 22 – Won 6 – Drew 6 – Lost 10 – 24 points
12) Al Hazm – Played 22 – Won 6 – Drew 6 – Lost 10 – 24 points
13) Youth – Played 22 – Won 5 – Drew 7 – Lost 10 – 22 points
14) Al-Kholoud – Played 22 – Won 6 – Drew 1 – Lost 15 – 19 points
15) Riyadh – Played 22 – Won 3 – Drew 7 – Lost 12 – 16 points
16) Damac – Played 22 – Won 2 – Drew 9 – Lost 11 – 15 points
17) Al-Akhdoud – Played 22 – Won 2 – Drew 4 – Lost 16 – 10 points
18) Al-Najma – Played 22 – Won 1 – Drew 5 – Lost 16 – 8 points
