The King’s Cup of Champions Final Sets Up the Two Best Sides in the Saudi Pro League, Al Hilal and Al Nassr, Against Each Other
The two top sides in the Saudi Pro League, Al Hilal and Al Nassr will go one-on-one in the King’s Cup of Champions final on May 31, 2024.
On the one hand, Al Hilal are assured of sealing the league title before the final. Jorge Jesus’s side will look to complete a domestic treble with the win over Al Nassr. On the other hand, Al Nassr will look to finish their season on an upper note by winning silverware.
Neutrals have been disappointed with the Saudi Pro League this season, given Al Hilal’s dominance. At the beginning of the season, the expectation was that the investment in quality players and coaches would result in one of the closely fought title races.
The focus was on Al Nassr and the impact of Cristiano Ronaldo, who had a season to acclimate to Saudi Arabia. Al Nassr were expected to kick on and challenge for the title. Al Ittihad, the defending champions, were also expected to be strong in defending their crown.
The King’s Cup of Champions offers a glimpse into the two best sides in the Saudi Pro League this season.
Although Neymar will miss the action due to a long-term injury, the match will not be short of star names. Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to grace the match alongside Sadio Mane in Al Nassr’s attack. Al Hilal will line up with Aleksandar Mitrovic and Malcom, with Milinkovic-Savic and Ruben Neves in midfield.
The final will showcase a bookend of this season’s top players and sides in the division. However, it might also indicate the direction of next season’s balance of power in the Saudi Pro League, as more investment and an influx of talent is expected to shake things up.
