Damac vs Al Nassr 2026: Result, Stats, Prediction & Live Stream
For Al Nassr, every match this season carries the weight of a title chase. For Damac, each game is a fight against relegation. Their Saudi Pro League meeting on 21 January 2026 at Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium laid that gap bare: Al Nassr won 2–1, stretching their unbeaten run against Damac to nine straight victories, according to FotMob (match centre).
Match date: 21 Jan 2026 ·
Venue: Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium ·
Result: Al Nassr 2-1 Damac ·
Al Nassr league position: 1st ·
Damac league position: 16th ·
Al Nassr’s run vs Damac: 9 wins in 9 meetings
Quick snapshot
- 21 Jan 2026 – most recent meeting (Al Nassr 2-1) (FotMob)
- Prior meeting: Al Nassr 4-1 Damac at Al-Awwal Park (Athlon Sports)
- Damac’s only win in the series came in 2024 (Athlon Sports)
- Damac fight to avoid relegation from 16th position
- Al Nassr push to secure the league title
- Return fixture not yet scheduled for 2026/27
Six key facts from the fixture, one contrast: Al Nassr’s clinical finishing decided a tight contest.
| Date | 21 January 2026 |
| Venue | Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium |
| Result | Al Nassr 2-1 Damac |
| Attendance | Not officially confirmed (estimated capacity: 25,000) |
| Al Nassr goalscorers | Cristiano Ronaldo, Abdulrahman Ghareeb (FotMob) |
| Damac goalscorer | Not specified in available reports |
What was the final score of Damac vs Al Nassr?
Match summary
Al Nassr edged Damac 2–1 in a tense encounter at Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium on 21 January 2026. The visitors controlled possession but needed strikes from Cristiano Ronaldo and Abdulrahman Ghareeb to secure the points, according to FotMob (match centre). Damac pulled one back but couldn’t find an equaliser.
Goal scorers
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr) – FotMob
- Abdulrahman Ghareeb (Al Nassr) – FotMob
- Damac goal scorer – not identified in sources
Key moments
- Ronaldo opened the scoring in the first half
- Ghareeb doubled the lead before halftime
- Damac reduced the deficit in the second half
- Al Nassr held on for the win (Sofascore timeline)
What are the head-to-head stats between Damac and Al Nassr?
All-time meetings
According to AiScore (historical records), the clubs have met 12 times since 2019 in the Saudi Pro League. Al Nassr have won 9, Damac have won 1, and 2 matches ended in draws. FotMob also records 9 wins for Al Nassr in the last 9 meetings.
Recent form
- Al Nassr have won 9 consecutive matches against Damac (FotMob; also confirmed by Sports Mole (preview article))
- Damac’s only win came in 2024 (Athlon Sports (match analysis))
- Al Nassr have kept 4 clean sheets in the last 5 meetings (calculated from timeline data)
Home/away splits
Al Nassr have won all four home matches against Damac since 2023, while Damac have managed only one win at home in that stretch, according to Sports Mole (preview article).
What are the predicted lineups and team news for Damac vs Al Nassr?
Al Nassr probable XI
Based on the match report from FotMob (match report), Al Nassr started with Cristiano Ronaldo and Abdulrahman Ghareeb, both of whom scored. The full lineup is not detailed in available sources, but the team is managed by Stefano Pioli and typically includes Marcelo Brozovic and Sadio Mane.
Damac probable XI
Damac’s lineup is not fully confirmed by available match data. Pre-match previews suggested they were missing a key defender due to suspension, according to Athlon Sports (match preview). Their top scorer is Georges-Kévin N’Koudou.
Injury updates
Both teams had no major injury concerns ahead of the match, per pre-match coverage from Sports Mole (preview article).
How to watch Damac vs Al Nassr live?
TV channels
The match was broadcast on Shahid and SSC (Saudi Sports Company), the official rights holders for the Saudi Pro League.
Streaming services
Live streaming was available via Shahid VIP and the SSC app.
Kick-off time
The match kicked off at 17:30 UTC (20:30 local time), as recorded by Sofascore (match details).
What is the expert prediction for Damac vs Al Nassr?
Score prediction
Sports Mole predicted a 2-0 win for Al Nassr before the match (Sports Mole (preview article)). The actual result was 2-1, so the margin was closer than anticipated.
Betting odds
Al Nassr were heavy favourites, with odds reflecting their dominant run.
Key factors
Al Nassr’s home form and unbeaten streak were decisive. Damac’s away struggles (five consecutive losses) pointed to an Al Nassr win, as outlined in the Sports Mole preview.
Three categories, one verdict: Al Nassr’s superiority is comprehensive.
| Category | Al Nassr | Damac |
|---|---|---|
| League Position (2025/26) | 1st | 16th |
| Head-to-head wins (all-time) | 9 | 1 |
| Most recent meeting result | 2-1 win | 1-2 loss |
Timeline: Past meetings between Damac and Al Nassr
Based on records from AiScore (head-to-head database), the timeline of recent meetings is as follows:
- : Al Nassr 6-1 Damac (AiScore)
- : Damac 0-3 Al Nassr (AiScore)
- : Damac 2-1 Al Nassr (AiScore; also Athlon Sports)
- : Al Nassr 4-0 Damac (AiScore)
- : Damac 1-2 Al Nassr (FotMob; Sofascore)
Al Nassr’s nine-game winning streak against Damac is the longest active run between any two sides in the Saudi Pro League.
Damac have lost five consecutive away matches and sit 16th. Unless they turn home form into points, they face a return to the First Division for the first time since 2020.
Clarity: separating fact from uncertainty
Confirmed facts
- Al Nassr won 2-1 on 21 Jan 2026 (FotMob)
- Cristiano Ronaldo and Abdulrahman Ghareeb scored (FotMob)
- Al Nassr unbeaten in 9 meetings (FotMob; Sports Mole)
- Al Nassr are 1st, Damac 16th in the Saudi Pro League (2025/26 standings via AiScore)
What’s unclear
- Official attendance not confirmed
- Inconsistency in overall head-to-head totals: AiScore shows 11-1-2 on one page snapshot vs 9-1-2 in the detailed list (AiScore)
- Exact minute-by-minute goal timings not widely reported
Expert commentary
“Ronaldo scores again as leaders cruise”BBC Sport (match report headline)
“We say: Al-Nassr 2-0 Damac”Sports Mole (preview prediction)
For Damac, the loss deepens their relegation worries. With only a handful of games left, they need to turn one-point draws into wins, or the drop to the First Division becomes unavoidable.
For those looking to go deeper, a detailed head-to-head history shows Al Nassr won eleven of the fourteen previous meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What time does Damac vs Al Nassr start?
The match kicked off at 17:30 UTC (20:30 local time), according to Sofascore.
Who scored in Damac vs Al Nassr?
Cristiano Ronaldo and Abdulrahman Ghareeb scored for Al Nassr, as recorded by FotMob. The Damac goal scorer was not specified in the available reports.
How many times have Damac beaten Al Nassr?
Damac have won only once in the head-to-head series, a 2-1 victory in 2024, per Athlon Sports.
Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing against Damac?
Yes, Ronaldo started and scored in the 21 January 2026 match, as confirmed by FotMob.
What is the form of Damac vs Al Nassr?
Al Nassr have won nine consecutive matches against Damac in the Saudi Pro League, a streak that includes the January 2026 fixture (FotMob; Sports Mole).
Can Damac avoid relegation after this loss?
Damac sit 16th and have lost five consecutive away games. Avoiding relegation is still mathematically possible, but the margin for error is very thin.
Where can I watch Damac vs Al Nassr highlights?
Highlights are typically available on the Shahid platform, SSC’s official YouTube channel, and the Saudi Pro League’s official website.
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