By Abdulrahman Samer | Pressbee Sports
The Hong Kong Stadium is set to host a high-stakes clash as Al Nassr face off against Al Ittihad in the 2025 Saudi Super Cup semifinal on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The match promises a thrilling battle between two Saudi football giants, featuring some of the world’s top stars.
Team form and expectations
Al Ittihad: The “Tigers” enter the semifinal after a stellar season in which they lifted both the Roshn Saudi League and the King’s Cup. The club is determined to continue its winning momentum and secure a place in the Super Cup final, adding another trophy to its collection.
Al Nassr: The Riyadh-based side booked its Super Cup spot after finishing third in last season’s league. Boosted by a star-studded summer transfer window, Al Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, aim to bounce back with silverware and reignite excitement among their fans.
Match details
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Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
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Kickoff Time: 3:00 p.m. (Saudi Arabia / Egypt) | 4:00 p.m. (UAE)
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Venue: Hong Kong Stadium
TV broadcast
The semifinal between Al Nassr and Al Ittihad will be broadcast live on Thmanyah 1 HD, part of the Thmanyah network, which holds exclusive rights to the Saudi Super Cup.
Predicted lineups
Al Nassr (4-2-3-1):
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Goalkeeper: Pinto
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Defense: Sultan Al-Ghannam, Iñigo Martínez, Nawaf Boushal, Mohamed Simakan
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Defensive Midfield: Marcelo Brozović, Abdullah Al-Khaibari
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Attacking Midfield: Sadio Mané, João Félix, Kingsley Coman
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Forward: Cristiano Ronaldo
Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1):
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Goalkeeper: Hamed Al-Shinqiti
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Defense: Muhannad Al-Shinqiti, Saad Al-Mousa, Danilo Pereira, Mario Mitaj
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Defensive Midfield: Fabinho, N’Golo Kanté
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Attacking Midfield: Moussa Diaby, Houssem Aouar, Steven Bergwijn
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Forward: Karim Benzema
Key storyline
The semifinal sets the stage for a fiery showdown between two powerhouse squads. With Cristiano Ronaldo leading Al Nassr and Karim Benzema spearheading Al Ittihad, fans can expect a battle of global superstars, tactical intensity, and a massive viewership across Saudi Arabia and beyond.
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