Saudi Pro League 2026–27: Season Calendar, Fixtures, Standings & Tickets Guide

The Saudi Pro League 2026–27 season is officially confirmed. The SPL has announced its full calendar framework for the 70th edition of Saudi top-flight football, with the campaign kicking off on August 13, 2026 and concluding on May 29, 2027. This season carries unique significance — a mid-season break will accommodate Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, reshaping the domestic schedule around one of Asia’s biggest international tournaments.

Follow every fixture, result, and standings shift right here on RiyadhTicketsMap — your independent events desk for Saudi football, from Kingdom Arena to Al-Awwal Park.

SPL 2026–27 Season Calendar — Key Dates

The Saudi Pro League has published the official preliminary programme for the 2026–27 Roshn Saudi League. Here are the critical dates every fan needs to know:

The specific match-by-match schedule with kick-off times and broadcast details will be published on the official Saudi Pro League fixtures hub at spl.com.sa as individual team matchday blocks are finalised.

2026–27 Matchweek Distribution by Month

The 34 rounds of the 2026–27 Roshn Saudi League are distributed across nine months. The SPL has confirmed that 25 rounds will be played exclusively on weekends, 4 partially over weekends, and 5 during midweek — reflecting the league’s growing alignment with European broadcast schedules.

The January break is the most significant calendar feature of the 2026–27 season. With Saudi Arabia hosting the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, the SPL has cleared the entire month to ensure national team players are fully available for the tournament and to allow Saudi venues to host Asian Cup matches without scheduling conflicts.

Domestic Cup Timelines — King’s Cup & Super Cup 2026–27

The SPL has integrated key companion tournaments into the 2026–27 calendar to minimise fixture congestion:

Saudi King’s Cup: The Round of 32 is scheduled for August 16–19, 2026, running alongside the opening league matchweeks. Subsequent rounds will be slotted into midweek windows throughout the autumn.

Saudi Super Cup: The top four clubs from the 2025/26 season contest the Super Cup in late November and early December. Semi-finals are set for November 30 – December 1, 2026, with the Final on December 4, 2026 — the last major domestic fixture before the Asian Cup break.

18 Teams Competing in the SPL 2026–27

The 2026–27 Roshn Saudi League features 18 clubs competing across 34 matchweeks. Following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season and the First Division promotion playoffs, the confirmed team list for the new campaign is:

Relegated from 2025/26: Al-Najma, Al-Hazem, and one additional club were relegated to the Saudi First Division following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season. Promoted to 2026–27: Al-Orubah and Al-Wehda earned promotion via the First Division, with Al-Kholood retaining their place through the relegation/promotion playoff.

How the 2025/26 Season Ended — Final Review

Al-Nassr were crowned 2025/26 Roshn Saudi League champions, ending an eight-year title drought. Led by Cristiano Ronaldo and powered by Kingsley Coman’s decisive contributions in the run-in, Al-Nassr built an insurmountable lead in the second half of the season. Their campaign was defined by a 10-match winning start and consistent results that left rivals Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli unable to close the gap.

Al-Hilal finished as runners-up with a remarkable 24-match unbeaten run — the longest in the 2025/26 season — but started their surge too late to overhaul Al-Nassr. Al-Ahli, led by top scorer Ivan Toney (23 league goals), simultaneously competed in the AFC Champions League Elite Final, making them the SPL’s most compelling story of the season.

2025/26 Final Standings — Top 10

★ = Champions. Final standings reflect all 34 matchweeks plus rescheduled fixtures. Al-Najma and Al-Hazem were relegated to the Saudi First Division.

2025/26 Top Scorers — Final Golden Boot Race

Ivan Toney claimed the 2025/26 Roshn Saudi League Golden Boot with 23 goals in 34 appearances — the most impressive debut season by an imported striker since the league’s global expansion began. Cristiano Ronaldo finished second with 19 goals, securing his role as the league’s most-watched individual despite managing fitness through the closing weeks of the campaign.

Season in Numbers: 2025/26 SPL — Final Record

Riyadh Match Venues for SPL 2026–27

Riyadh hosts four SPL clubs across three major venues. Here is the essential venue guide for matchday planning in the capital:

Al-Awwal Park (Mrsool Park) — Al-Nassr

Capacity: ~25,000. Al-Nassr’s home ground in central Riyadh. As defending champions, Al-Nassr’s home fixtures will be among the highest-demand tickets in the 2026–27 season. Big matches against Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli typically sell out within 24–48 hours of going live.

Kingdom Arena — Al-Hilal

Capacity: 26,090. Al-Hilal’s purpose-built home provides one of the SPL’s most atmospheric matchday experiences. The venue guide at RiyadhTicketsMap covers seating zones, access gates, and parking at Kingdom Arena in full detail.

SHG Arena — Al-Shabab & Al-Riyadh

Both Al-Shabab and Al-Riyadh share SHG Arena for their home fixtures. The venue sits in northern Riyadh and offers a more intimate matchday atmosphere — particularly appealing for neutral fans wanting to catch SPL action without the crowds of the Big 4.

How to Get SPL Match Tickets in Riyadh

Official tickets for all Saudi Pro League fixtures are available through the SPL’s official platform at spl.com.sa and through verified Saudi ticketing apps. All SPL venues operate cashless matchdays and require mobile QR entry — print-at-home tickets are not accepted at most grounds.

Typical SPL ticket pricing tiers for Riyadh fixtures in 2026–27:

For Al-Nassr fixtures at Al-Awwal Park, capacity is approximately 25,000. As defending champions, high-demand matches — particularly against Al-Hilal or Al-Ahli — will sell out rapidly. Book early.

Al-Hilal’s Kingdom Arena tickets are similarly in demand. The venue guide at RiyadhTicketsMap covers seating zones, access gates, and parking at Kingdom Arena in full detail.

How to Watch the SPL in 2026–27

Saudi Arabia: SSC (Saudi Sports Channel) holds domestic broadcast rights. Matches are shown live on SSC Sport 1–4 with Arabic commentary.

MENA Region: beIN Sports carries SPL rights across the wider Middle East and North Africa.

UK: Premier Sports has been the primary broadcaster for Saudi Pro League matches.

Online/Global: SPL TV via the official Saudi Pro League website offers international streaming options. Check spl.com.sa for regional availability.

The Bigger Picture: Saudi Football, Vision 2030 & the 2027 AFC Asian Cup

The 2026–27 Roshn Saudi League is the 70th edition of Saudi top-flight football — and it arrives at a pivotal moment. Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup in January will transform the domestic season’s rhythm, while the nation’s successful Vision 2030 sports strategy continues to attract world-class talent and investment.

All four PIF clubs — Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal, Al-Ahli, and Al-Ittihad — will again compete on multiple fronts. The 2025/26 season saw Al-Ahli and Al-Ittihad both reach the AFC Champions League Elite Finals, a milestone that cemented Saudi Arabia’s growing continental dominance.

Coming off the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Saudi football enters the 2026–27 season with unprecedented global visibility. The SPL’s showcase of talent — from Ronaldo to Toney, Neymar to Mahrez — positions the league as a key part of the Kingdom’s broader sports ecosystem as it builds toward hosting the FIFA World Cup 2034.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the Saudi Pro League 2026–27 season start?

The SPL 2026–27 season starts on August 13, 2026. Matchweek 1 fixtures will be played across all 18 clubs’ home venues, with the full schedule published on spl.com.sa.

When does the SPL 2026–27 season end?

The season concludes on May 29, 2027, with Matchweek 34 fixtures wrapping up the 2026–27 campaign.

Is there a winter break in the SPL 2026–27 season?

Yes. The SPL will pause from December 24, 2026 to February 7, 2027 to accommodate Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup. No league matches will be played during this extended break.

How many teams are in the Saudi Pro League 2026–27?

18 teams compete in the 2026–27 SPL — 15 returning from the previous season plus newly promoted clubs from the Saudi First Division.

Who won the Saudi Pro League 2025/26?

Al-Nassr won the 2025/26 Roshn Saudi League title, finishing the season as champions with a commanding points lead. It was Al-Nassr’s first league title since the 2018/19 season.

Who was the top scorer in the SPL 2025/26?

Ivan Toney of Al-Ahli won the 2025/26 Golden Boot with 23 goals, ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo (19) and Julián Quiñones of Al-Qadsiah (17).

When is the SPL transfer window for 2026–27?

The summer transfer window runs from July 22 to September 6, 2026 (46 days). The winter transfer window opens from January 3 to January 31, 2027 (29 days), coinciding with the AFC Asian Cup break.

Where can I buy Saudi Pro League tickets?

Tickets are available through spl.com.sa and verified Saudi ticketing platforms. All venues use cashless, mobile QR entry. Book early for Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal home games — high-profile derbies sell out within 24–48 hours.

Where do Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal play their home games?

Al-Nassr play at Al-Awwal Park (also known as Mrsool Park) in Riyadh, capacity ~25,000. Al-Hilal are based at Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, capacity 26,090.

What is the AFC Asian Cup break in the SPL 2026–27?

Saudi Arabia hosts the 2027 AFC Asian Cup in January 2027. The SPL pauses all league fixtures from December 24, 2026 to February 7, 2027 to accommodate the tournament, releasing Saudi national team players and ensuring venues are available for Asian Cup matches.