The Saudi Pro League (Roshn Saudi League) for the 2026-2027 season kicks off on August 13, 2026, amid anticipation for an exceptional season that combines intense competition for the title with the pressure of domestic and continental participation, before concluding on May 29, 2027.
Al-Nassr seeks to defend its title, while Al-Hilal, Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, and Al-Qadsiah enter the season with ambitions to compete for the top spot, along with the rest of the teams working to strengthen their squads and achieve various goals between winning the trophy, securing continental spots, and avoiding relegation.
The difficulty of the season is not limited to the league race; eight Saudi clubs are participating in four regional and international tournaments, coinciding with Asian competitions and national team breaks, putting immense pressure on players and technical staff.
Additionally, Jeddah will host the Arabian Gulf Cup (“Khaleej 27”) between September 23 and October 6, 2026, prior to Saudi Arabia hosting the AFC Asian Cup from January 7 to February 5, 2027. This has led to long break periods and a pause in league matches throughout January.
The season features 18 teams competing in 306 matches spread across 34 rounds. The League Association has not yet finalized all exact dates, kick-off times, and stadium names; therefore, we review the round numbers for big matches and the home team for each fixture.
When does the 2027 Saudi Pro League start?
The 2026-2027 Saudi Pro League starts on Thursday, August 13, 2026, and continues until May 29, 2027. August will feature four rounds, followed by four in September and October, three rounds in November, and three in December, before the league halts in January and resumes during February.
Jeddah Derby Date: Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ahli
The first Jeddah Derby between Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahli takes place in Round 15, with Al-Ittihad hosting the match. The derby returns in Round 32, when Al-Ahli hosts its rival Al-Ittihad for the second-leg fixture.
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First Leg: Round 15 – Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ahli
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Second Leg: Round 32 – Al-Ahli vs Al-Ittihad
Riyadh Derby Date: Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr
The first Riyadh Derby between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr comes in Round 17, held on Al-Nassr’s home ground. Al-Hilal hosts the second-leg match against Al-Nassr in Round 34 (the final round) of the competition, which could double the match’s significance if the title race continues until the end of the season.
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First Leg: Round 17 – Al-Nassr vs Al-Hilal
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Second Leg: Round 34 – Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr
Clásico Date: Al-Hilal vs Al-Ittihad
Al-Hilal hosts Al-Ittihad in the first-leg Clásico in Round 8 of the Saudi Pro League. The second-leg match takes place at Al-Ittihad’s home venue in Round 25.
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First Leg: Round 8 – Al-Hilal vs Al-Ittihad
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Second Leg: Round 25 – Al-Ittihad vs Al-Hilal
Clásico Date: Al-Hilal vs Al-Ahli
Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli meet early in the season, with Al-Hilal hosting the first encounter in Round 3. The second-leg Clásico moves to Al-Ahli’s home ground in Round 20.
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First Leg: Round 3 – Al-Hilal vs Al-Ahli
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Second Leg: Round 20 – Al-Ahli vs Al-Hilal
Clásico Date: Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad
Al-Nassr plays as a visitor against Al-Ittihad in Round 5, marking the first encounter between the two teams in the new season. Al-Nassr hosts the second-leg match against Al-Ittihad in Round 22.
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First Leg: Round 5 – Al-Ittihad vs Al-Nassr
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Second Leg: Round 22 – Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad
Clásico Date: Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli
Al-Ahli hosts Al-Nassr in Round 9 of the 2026-2027 Saudi Pro League. The second-leg fixture takes place at Al-Nassr’s home venue in Round 26.
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First Leg: Round 9 – Al-Ahli vs Al-Nassr
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Second Leg: Round 26 – Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli
Have the match dates for the 2027 Saudi League been announced?
The Saudi League Association has announced the full sequence of fixtures and round numbers, while exact days, kick-off times, and detailed stadium arrangements are being approved in phases according to domestic, continental commitments, and venue availability. Dates may be subject to adjustments later due to club participations in Asian and Gulf tournaments, alongside national team commitments; therefore, the round number and home team remain the fixed details in the main schedule.
