Simakan Returns: Al Nassr’s Defender Clinches Comeback Ahead of Al Qadisiyah
6 January 2026
Return From Injury: Simakan's Road to a Big Clash
French defender Mohammed Simakan of Al Nassr has finally shaken off the injury that had sidelined him from recent fixtures.
The back muscle strain he suffered in training on December 22 required scans that showed he had not torn the muscle.
Saudi sports daily The Sports reported that medical checks confirmed no tear and he began rehab before rejoining the squad in fitness work.
What Lies Ahead For the Al-Qadisiyah Clash
His status for the Al Qadisiyah match on Thursday 8 January would be decided in upcoming trainings, depending on pain.
The French star missed Al Nassr's AFC Champions League 2 clash with Al Zawraa, and continued to be absent against Al-Odoud, Al-Ettifaq, and Al-Ahli in the Roshen League.
Simakan has appeared 15 times for the capital club this season across all competitions, eight in the Saudi Pro League, three in AFC Champions League 2, and two in the King Cup and two in the Super Cup; he has scored two goals and earned a single yellow card.
Punchline: If comebacks were coffee, Simakan’s would be a triple shot—pain, training, and goal celebrations. Injuries try to steal the spotlight, but this return steals it back.
