Al-Nassr vs Damac Predictions

Pro LeaguePro League · Saudi-Arabia
high confidence
Al-Nassr

Al-Nassr

Full Time

4 - 1

AI predicted 3 - 0

Damac

Damac

🗓️ Thursday, 21 May 2026 at 21:00 GMT+3 (venue time) · 18:00 UTC (your time)📍 Al-Awwal Park, Riyadh

Win Probability (1X2)

Al-Nassr 81%Draw 13%Damac 6%

Best Value Pick

BTTS: No

@ 1.9(+24% edge)

Match Result

7.8/10

Ronaldo Leads Ruthless Al-Nassr to 4-1 Rout Over Damac in Riyadh

Al-Nassr delivered a commanding performance at Al-Awwal Park, dispatching Damac 4-1 in a match that showcased their attacking firepower and tactical superiority. The hosts dominated possession with 62% and peppered Damac's goal with 14 shots, 9 of which were on target, while Damac could muster only a single shot on target in response. Key moments included a clinical opener in the 34th minute and a second-half surge that saw Al-Nassr pull away after a brief Damac fightback. Cristiano Ronaldo was at the heart of Al-Nassr’s success, orchestrating attacks and getting on the scoresheet, while João Félix and Sadio Mané provided creative impetus from midfield. Damac, set up in a defensive 5-4-1, struggled to contain the relentless waves of pressure and only briefly threatened after pulling one back at 2-1. Ultimately, Al-Nassr’s quality and depth proved decisive, as they closed out the match with two further goals to seal a comprehensive victory.

💪 AI Prediction Report

DECENT HIT

Predicted

3 - 0

⚡

Actual

4 - 1

✅Result
❌BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results1/2 hit

btts — no
❌
correct_score — 3-0
❓
1x2 — home
✅

Key Moments

34' — Goal

Al-Nassr open the scoring, capitalizing on sustained pressure.

52' — Goal

Al-Nassr double their lead early in the second half, asserting control.

58' — Goal

Damac pull one back, briefly threatening a comeback.

63' — Goal

Al-Nassr restore their two-goal cushion, quelling Damac’s momentum.

81' — Goal

Al-Nassr seal the win with a fourth goal, putting the result beyond doubt.

Various' — Yellow Cards

Damac pick up four bookings as they struggle to contain Al-Nassr’s attack.

Al-Nassr

Al-Nassr

8.5/10

Al-Nassr were in total control from the outset, dictating the tempo and stretching Damac’s defensive lines with sharp passing and incisive movement. Their 4-4-1-1 formation allowed João Félix to operate between the lines, linking up well with Cristiano Ronaldo, while the wide play of Kingsley Coman and Sadio Mané kept Damac pinned back. Defensively, they were largely untroubled, conceding just three shots and maintaining composure even after Damac’s brief resurgence. The hosts’ attacking variety was evident, with goals coming from multiple sources and a constant threat from set pieces and open play alike. Their ability to respond quickly after conceding showcased their mentality and tactical discipline.

Key Players

Cristiano Ronaldo: Scored and led the line with authority, key in build-up and finishing.
João Félix: Pulled strings in the hole, involved in multiple attacking moves.
Sadio Mané: Provided width and direct running, contributed to the scoring.

Strengths

Dominant possession playClinical finishingCreative midfield link-upStrong response to conceding

Weaknesses

Momentary lapse after concedingOccasional over-commitment in attack
Damac

Damac

5/10

Damac set up defensively in a 5-4-1, aiming to frustrate Al-Nassr and hit on the break, but struggled to escape their own half for much of the match. Their limited attacking output—just three shots, only one on target—reflected their inability to transition effectively or hold up play in advanced areas. The midfield was overrun, and the back five were repeatedly stretched by Al-Nassr’s width and movement. A brief glimmer of hope arrived in the 58th minute when they pulled a goal back to make it 2-1, but their momentum was short-lived as Al-Nassr quickly restored and extended their lead. Four yellow cards highlighted their desperation in dealing with waves of pressure.

Key Players

Arielson: Scored Damac’s only goal, provided a focal point up front.
Kewin: Made several saves to keep the scoreline respectable despite heavy pressure.

Strengths

Occasional resilience under pressureTook advantage of a rare opportunity to score

Weaknesses

Lack of attacking threatStruggled to maintain possessionDefensive discipline issues (4 yellow cards)

Tactical Analysis

Al-Nassr’s 4-4-1-1 formation allowed them to dominate central areas while exploiting width through Mané and Coman. João Félix operated effectively between the lines, linking midfield to attack and creating overloads against Damac’s flat midfield four. The home side pressed high, forcing Damac into errors and pinning them deep in their own half. Set pieces and quick transitions were a constant threat, with Ronaldo’s movement pulling defenders out of position. Damac’s 5-4-1 was designed for containment, but the lack of midfield support left them vulnerable to Al-Nassr’s rotations and overlapping full-backs. Their attempts to break forward were stifled by Al-Nassr’s pressing and compact defensive shape. Substitutions did little to alter the tactical balance, as Al-Nassr’s depth allowed them to maintain intensity throughout.

Turning Point

Al-Nassr’s third goal in the 63rd minute, coming just after Damac had halved the deficit, decisively swung momentum back to the hosts and ended any hope of a Damac comeback.

Man of the Match

Cristiano Ronaldo

Led the line with a goal, tireless movement, and constant involvement in Al-Nassr’s attacking play.

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Al-Nassr2.85

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Damac0.70

Expected goals · model says 0.70

Win Probability
Al-Nassr 81% Draw 12% Damac 6%

Over 2.5 Goals

69%

BTTS: Yes

47%

Likely Scores

2-0 · 3-0 · 1-0

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Al-Nassr vs Damac Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
81%
Al-Nassr 81%Draw 13%Damac 6%
Both Teams to Score
23%
77%
Yes 23%No 77%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
69%
31%
Over 2.5 69%Under 2.5 31%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
39%
61%
Over 9.5 39%Under 9.5 61%

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The Case For This Al-Nassr vs Damac Prediction

Al-Nassr, dominant at home and challenging for the title, face a struggling Damac side in poor form and low on confidence. The hosts' attacking firepower and defensive solidity should prove too much for Damac, who have struggled to score and keep clean sheets away from home. Expect Al-Nassr to control the match, score early, and keep Damac at bay for a comfortable win.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Recent form: Al-Nassr unbeaten in 4, Damac on a 3-match losing streak.
  • →H2H: Al-Nassr have won 9 of last 10 meetings.

Defence

  • →Al-Nassr's home record: 14 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss, 42 goals scored, 11 conceded.
  • →Damac's away record: 2 wins, 5 draws, 9 losses, 13 goals scored, 31 conceded.
  • →Al-Nassr average 2.64 goals/game, Damac concede 1.59/game.

Injuries & Team News

  • →No significant injuries for either side.

🚩 Al-Nassr vs Damac Corners Prediction

medium confidence
8.8expected total corners
Over 39%
Under 61%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 5.2 corners for Al-Nassr and 3.6 for Damac, for an expected total of 8.8. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (61%). Over 8.5: 52% · Over 10.5: 27%.

More corners tips:Over 9.5 →Under 9.5 →

How Al-Nassr and Damac Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Al-Nassr vs Damac Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

Al-NassrAl-Nassrlast 5 matches
C. RonaldoXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

S. ManeXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

K. ComanXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

M. SimakanXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

DamacDamaclast 5 matches
M. SyllaXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

A. BedraneXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Al-Nassr are in strong form, unbeaten in their last four and averaging over 2.5 goals per game, with a recent 4-2 away win and a 1-1 draw against title rivals Al-Hilal. Damac, by contrast, have lost three straight and scored just twice in their last five, highlighting their struggles at both ends of the pitch.

Al-Nassr vs Damac — Last 10 Matches

Al-NassrAl-NassrLast 10 results
W4-1
D1-1
W4-2
L1-3
W2-0
W1-0
W2-0
W5-2
W5-0
W1-0
Wvs Damac4-1
Dvs Al-Hilal Saudi FC1-1
W@ Al Shabab4-2
L@ Al-Qadisiyah FC1-3
Wvs Al-Ahli Jeddah2-0
Wvs Al-Ettifaq1-0
W@ Al Okhdood2-0
Wvs Al Najma5-2
W@ Al Khaleej Saihat5-0
Wvs NEOM1-0

Strengths

  • +Prolific attack — 2.0 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games
  • +50% clean sheet rate this season

Concerns

  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches
DamacDamacLast 5 results
L1-4
W3-0
L1-2
L0-2
L0-1
L@ Al-Nassr1-4
Wvs Al-Fayha3-0
L@ Al-Ittihad FC1-2
Lvs Al Khaleej Saihat0-2
L@ Al-Hilal Saudi FC0-1

Concerns

  • −4/5 losses in last 5 — poor form

What History Says: Al-Nassr vs Damac

The head-to-head record is overwhelmingly in Al-Nassr's favor, with nine wins out of ten and most matches ending with Al-Nassr scoring two or more. Damac's only win came away back in 2021, and recent meetings have been comfortable for the hosts.

Al-Nassr vs Damac Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

10

Al-Nassr wins

0

Draws

0

Damac wins

100%0% draws0%
21 May 26Al-Nassr vs Damac4-1
21 Jan 26Damac vs Al-Nassr1-2
22 Apr 25Damac vs Al-Nassr2-3
29 Nov 24Al-Nassr vs Damac2-0
5 Apr 24Damac vs Al-Nassr0-1
21 Oct 23Al-Nassr vs Damac2-1

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Al-Nassr vs Damac

The strongest value edges are on BTTS 'no' and the correct score 3-0, where the model's probabilities are much higher than typical bookmaker implied odds for these outcomes. The home win is also rated highly, but the edge is smaller due to short odds. If odds for BTTS 'no' or 3-0 are attractive, these represent the best value plays.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Al-Nassr Win1.0581.0%-14.2%
Draw8.0013.0%+0.5%
Damac Win11.006.0%-3.1%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.5value2.2569.0%+24.6%
Under 2.51.5731.0%-32.7%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes4.5023.0%+0.8%
No1.1877.0%-7.7%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 8.00EV +0.040
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5 @ 2.25EV +0.552
Both Teams Score: Yes @ 4.50EV +0.035

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Things to Watch: Al-Nassr vs Damac

  • ⚠️Some recent match stats (shots, possession) are incomplete.
  • ⚠️If Al-Nassr rotate their squad post-title race, motivation could drop.
  • ⚠️Football variance: even strong favorites can slip up.

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How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Al-Nassr vs Damac: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 14 May 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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