REF’s picks

Al Nassr return to home comforts under Ange Postecoglou as clear favourites to dismantle newly promoted Diriyah. While the hosts have blown hot and cold recently, their sheer attacking depth should prove too much for a stubborn visiting defence. We back the Knights of Najd to take all three points.

1. 1Al Nassr boast superior individual quality across the pitch and dominated the previous meeting 4-1 earlier this season.
2. 2Diriyah have shown admirable defensive resilience away from home, keeping clean sheets that could frustrate the hosts early on.
3. 3Postecoglou's side have been inconsistent lately, dropping points against Al Khaleej and suffering a heavy continental defeat.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.