Al Nassr enter the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League campaign carrying the weight of expectation that comes with defending a title, and the early signs suggest the club is navigating a complicated start to the new season. Ange Postecoglou takes charge of the reigning champions, with Cristiano Ronaldo continuing as the focal point of the attack after the Portuguese star's return to Riyadh following his marriage to Georgina Rodriguez.

Off the pitch, the transfer window has generated real frustration among supporters. The club has completed just one foreign signing so far, Portuguese midfielder Samu Costa, and fan anger over the limited recruitment has been widely reported. That discontent is compounded by uncertainty surrounding goalkeeper Nawaf Al Aqidi, whose contract situation remains unresolved amid reports of a potential move to Al Shabab. The club is reportedly exploring a move for AC Milan and France keeper Mike Maignan as a result, though no deal has been confirmed. Al Nassr are also said to be planning to register defenders Pinto and Inigo Martinez under the Asian quota, a tactical squad management decision that could free up foreign slots for further signings.

On the pitch, the data from last season's final standings tells a positive story: Al Nassr finished top with 86 points from 34 games, two ahead of Al Hilal. The club host Al Fateh at Al-Awwal Park on August 15 in their opening league fixture, a game that offers an early chance to set the tone for the title defence.