SPL reschedules three fixtures from matchweek 9

The Saudi Professional League (SPL) has rescheduled three Roshn Saudi League matchweek 9 fixtures for logistical considerations, taking into account the mandatory minimum rest period between matches.

Two fixtures; Al Riyadh vs Al Hilal and Al Ittihad vs Al Shabab will now be played on Saturday, December 19, 2026 while Al Ahli vs Al Nassr will be played on Saturday, March 6, 2027.

The remaining games in matchweek 9 will be played according to the previously announced schedule with no changes.

In making the decision, SPL took into consideration the mandatory minimum rest period between matches in addition to organisational and operational requirements for the matches.

The changes are made in accordance with approved regulatory procedures for managing the competition's schedule, factoring in clubs' various logistical considerations for matches.