The 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season may only be in its early stages, but already the familiar heavyweights are gathering near the top of the table.
Defending champion Al Nassr has begun with successive victories, while last season’s runner-up Al Hilal and a rejuvenated Al Ahli won both their opening games. Al Ittihad, meanwhile, has shown early resilience under new coach Jens Wissing, while Al Qadsiah continues to harbor ambitions of breaking into the established elite.
With significant changes in the dugout and another summer of major transfer activity, Al Arabiya English assesses the leading contenders to be crowned Saudi champion next May.
Al Nassr
League titles: 11
