Nawaf Al-Aqidi sidelined for five weeks with elbow injury

Al Nassr and Saudi Arabia national team goalkeeper Nawaf Al-Aqidi is expected to be sidelined for approximately five weeks due to a serious elbow injury. The injury occurred during a match against Kuwait in the Arabian Gulf Cup while Al-Aqidi was attempting to clear a cross.

Medical examinations revealed a tear in his right elbow. Reports indicate that Al-Aqidi may undergo his rehabilitation and treatment program outside of Saudi Arabia, with the specific location to be determined by the medical staffs of both Al Nassr and the Saudi national team.

His absence will impact several upcoming high-profile fixtures, including Al Nassr's matches in the Saudi Pro League against Al Ahli and Al Kholood, as well as continental competitions such as the AFC Champions League Elite against Neftchi Fergana and Al Wasl.