Neom Poised to Deepen Al-Najma’s Struggles

Saudi Professional League - Neom SC VS Al Najma(KSA)
Match Time:26-12-2025 01:30 Friday (GMT+8)
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The Saudi Pro League resumes on Christmas Day with Neom SC hosting Al-Najma while much of the football world pauses for the holidays. Neom sit eighth and have adapted quickly to life in the top flight, aiming to maintain their positive momentum. Al-Najma, rooted at the bottom of the table, are still chasing their first win of the season and face another tough challenge.

Team Analysis:
Neom have made an encouraging start to their first top-flight season, sitting comfortably in mid-table and drawing confidence from consistent performances and key contributions from Alexandre Lacazette and Said Benrahma. Despite a late setback in their recent draw with Al-Taawoun, they remain upbeat, having already beaten Al-Najma twice last season. Al-Najma, rooted to the bottom of the table and still winless, continue to struggle at both ends of the pitch and face another difficult test.

Player Situation:
Neom will be without several key players through injury and suspension, including Marcin Bulka, Abbas Al-Hassan, Salman Al-Faraj, and the suspended Luciano Rodriguez. The hosts are boosted, however, by the availability of Said Benrahma, who was not called up for AFCON. Al-Najma also face absences, with Mohammed Al-Kunaydiri injured and captain Jawad El Yamiq away on international duty.

Result Prediction:
Neom are expected to continue their strong adaptation to the Saudi Pro League with a comfortable home win. Al-Najma remain winless and have struggled in both attack and defense, while Neom have already proven their edge over them. With Alexandre Lacazette and Said Benrahma leading the line, the hosts look well positioned to secure all three points.

Predicted Result: NEOM SC 2-0 Al Najma.

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