The Saudi Roshn League 2025-26 season is set to deliver another thrilling campaign, with the full match schedule, updated standings, and official broadcast channels now confirmed for the upcoming football year.
The league, which continues to attract global attention following a series of high-profile signings in recent seasons, will kick off in August 2025 and run through to May 2026. The Saudi Professional League Commission has finalized the fixture list, ensuring a balanced distribution of matches across the 18 participating clubs.
Match Schedule and Key Dates
The 2025-26 season is scheduled to begin on the weekend of August 22, 2025, with the opening round featuring several intriguing encounters. The season will conclude on May 30, 2026, with all 34 matchdays completed across the nine-month campaign.
Key fixtures to watch include the highly anticipated Riyadh derby between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr, set for Matchday 10 on November 1, 2025, at the King Saud University Stadium. The Jeddah derby between Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahli will take place on Matchday 15 on December 19, 2025, at King Abdullah Sports City.
The winter break will run from December 22, 2025, to January 8, 2026, allowing clubs to regroup and prepare for the second half of the season. The final matchday on May 30, 2026, will see all nine games played simultaneously to ensure competitive integrity in the title race and relegation battle.
Current Standings and Title Race
As the 2025-26 season approaches, defending champions Al-Hilal will look to retain their crown under the management of Jorge Jesus. The Blues have dominated domestic football in recent years, but Al-Nassr, bolstered by the continued presence of Cristiano Ronaldo, are expected to mount a serious challenge.
Al-Ittihad, winners of the 2022-23 title, have strengthened their squad significantly and will aim to return to the summit. Al-Ahli, back in the top flight after promotion, are also tipped to compete for a top-four finish and a spot in the AFC Champions League.
The relegation battle is expected to be fierce, with newly promoted clubs Al-Orobah and Al-Kholood fighting to maintain their top-flight status alongside established sides like Al-Raed and Al-Fayha.
Broadcast Channels
All matches of the Saudi Roshn League 2025-26 will be broadcast live exclusively on the SSC (Saudi Sports Company) channels. The network holds the official broadcasting rights for the league across the Middle East and North Africa region.
Viewers can tune in via the following SSC channels:
– SSC1 HD (Arabic commentary)
– SSC2 HD (English commentary)
– SSC Extra HD (for selected matches)
For international audiences, the league will be available through the Shahid streaming platform, which offers live and on-demand coverage of all matches. The platform provides both Arabic and English commentary options, along with pre-match analysis and post-match highlights.
In addition, selected matches will be broadcast on DAZN in certain international markets, including the United Kingdom, Canada, and Germany, as part of a multi-year agreement signed between the Saudi Pro League and the streaming service.
How to Watch
Fans in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region can subscribe to the SSC package via their local satellite provider or through the Shahid VIP service. Monthly and seasonal subscriptions are available, with prices starting from SAR 49 per month.
International viewers can access the league via DAZN, with a standard subscription priced at £9.99 per month in the UK and €14.99 per month in Germany. The platform offers a free trial period for new users.
The Saudi Roshn League 2025-26 promises to be one of the most competitive seasons yet, with world-class talent, passionate fanbases, and high-stakes drama from the opening weekend to the final whistle in May 2026.
