How Jorge Jesus’ Al-Nassr plays and why we’re confident they’ll win the Super Cup
Al-Nassr have reached the Saudi Super Cup final under Jorge Jesus, and their style of play is convincing fans they can lift the trophy against Al-Ahli this Saturday.
Jorge Jesus’ tactical blueprint
Since taking charge, Jorge Jesus has reshaped Al-Nassr into a high-intensity, attack-minded side. His hallmark is aggressive pressing, forcing opponents into mistakes from the back and keeping the game in the attacking half.
In possession, Al-Nassr emphasize width and fluid movement, using the flanks to open spaces for stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mané. Quick transitions are another key feature: once the ball is recovered, the team accelerates directly toward goal, catching defenses off guard.
This blend of possession play and explosive counterattacks has turned the Riyadh giants into strong contenders for the title.
Road to the final
Al-Nassr booked their place in the Saudi Super Cup final after a hard-fought 2-1 semifinal win over Al-Ittihad. Goals from Sadio Mané and João Félix secured the victory, while Bergwijn scored for the opposition.
Despite playing with ten men for much of the match, Jorge Jesus’ men held firm, showing the resilience of a team built to win. The game also marked the debut of Kingsley Coman, the former Bayern Munich winger, who is expected to be a major weapon in the final.
The Saudi Super Cup final
The final takes place on Saturday, August 23, at 9:00 a.m. (Brasília time). For Cristiano Ronaldo, it could be the chance to lift his first official trophy with Al-Nassr, a milestone moment for the club and its fanbase.
Their opponents, Al-Ahli, earned their spot with a dominant 5-1 victory over Al-Quadisiya. The Jeddah side arrive in form and are reportedly close to signing Exequiel Palacios from Bayer Leverkusen, aiming to boost their midfield options.
Why Al-Nassr are favorites
With a proven tactician like Jorge Jesus, world-class stars in attack, and a balanced tactical system, Al-Nassr enter the final with confidence. Their mix of pressing, possession, and rapid transitions gives them the edge and could finally deliver Ronaldo’s long-awaited title in Saudi Arabia.
