Football matches scheduled in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait

In Saudi Arabia, Diriyah prepares to face Al-Kholood in the third round of the Saudi Pro League at Al-Awwal Park. Diriyah enters the match following a victory against Al-Hazem and expects to debut new signings Enzo Millot, Darwin Nuñez, and Adel Bolina. Al-Kholood remains undefeated this season, having secured a draw against Al-Ittihad and a win against Al-Taawoun.

In Kuwait, the 65th edition of the Zain Premier League begins with a high-profile match between defending champions Kuwait SC and Al-Arabi SC at Ali Sabah Al-Salem Stadium. This marks the first official match for Kuwait SC's new Syrian coach, Firas Al-Khatib. Al-Arabi, led by Croatian coach Goran Sabljić, seeks to recover from a recent continental loss to East Bengal.