The 24th round of the Saudi Professional League for the 2023-2024 season concluded, which saw Al-Hilal strengthen its position at the top of the standings, widening the gap with its closest pursuer, Al-Nasr, while the struggle intensified for the places qualifying for Asian championships and the relegation zones.
General context and historical background
The Saudi Professional League, which first launched in 1976, is one of the most prominent and strongest leagues in Asia and the Middle East. This season has witnessed an unprecedented historical leap forward, thanks to the Public Investment Fund's sports club investment and privatization project, which has attracted a constellation of the world's brightest football stars, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Karim Benzema, Sadio Mane, and others. This radical transformation has not only raised the league's technical and marketing value but has also made it the focus of attention for millions of followers worldwide, adding extra importance and intensity to the competition in every round.
The importance of round 24 and its expected impact
The significance of the results in Matchday 24 lies in their beginning to define the final shape of the competition in the closing stages of the season. Domestically, Al-Hilal has moved significantly closer to securing the title thanks to its winning streak and unbeaten record, while Al-Nassr is clinging to hope until the very last moment. Regionally, the competition is fierce among clubs like Al-Ahli, Al-Ittihad, and Al-Taawoun for the AFC Champions League qualification spots, the most prestigious club tournament in the continent, which guarantees the winner a distinguished position and substantial financial rewards. Internationally, the results directly impact the league's reputation and its appeal to players and investors, as the continued strong competition reflects the success of the Saudi sports project.
At the bottom of the standings, the struggle is no less fierce, as several clubs are trying to avoid relegation to the Yellow Division One, making every point in the remaining rounds crucial to the future of these clubs.
Roshan League standings after the conclusion of round 24:
- 1) Al-Hilal – 68 points
- 2) Al-Nasr – 56 points
- 3) Al Ahly – 47 points
- 4) Al-Ittihad – 43 points
- 5) Cooperation – 40 points
- 6) Agreement – 35 points
- 7) Damac – 34 points
- 8) Al-Fateh – 34 points
- 9) Al-Fayhaa – 32 points
- 10) Youth – 28 points
- 11) The Gulf – 28 points
- 12) Unit – 27 points
- 13) Al-Raed – 24 points
- 14) Riyadh – 24 points
- 15) The groove – 24 points
- 16) Al-Ta'i – 22 points
- 17) Abha – 21 points
- 18) Al-Hazm – 15 points
