Al Ittihad vs Al Akhdoud: Predicted Lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Gameweek 23 of the Saudi Pro League 2023-24 is set to be underway

Eager to return to the winning column once again, Al Ittihad are determined to overcome their struggles. After facing two consecutive defeats against the league leaders, they are disappointed with their recent performances.

Currently positioned fifth in the league standings, they trail 16 points behind Al Nassr, who occupy the second spot and the coveted AFC Champions League spot for the next season. Al Ittihad are keen on redemption and aims to secure more points in the remaining league matches.

Al Akhdoud are set to face a formidable opponent, currently holding the 13th position in the league with 23 points. They find themselves just five points above the relegation zone at the moment. The team are focused on retaining its position in the top division, and each upcoming fixture poses a significant test.

This away game holds particular importance for boosting their confidence, and securing anything from this match would be a substantial victory for them. Both teams have a lot at stake in this fixture.

Kick-Off:

Friday, 8th Mar 2024, 10:30 PM (IST), 05:00 PM (GMT), 12:00 PM (EST)

Stadium: Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium

Form

Al Ittihad Form (All Competitions): L-L-W-W-W

Al Akhdoud Form (All Competitions): L-L-W-D-W

Players to Watch

N’Golo Kanté (Al Ittihad)

Kanté is recognized as a “destroyer,” excelling in shutting down the opposition’s play across the midfield and beyond. While he is primarily a defensive midfielder, his exceptional defensive skills make him the best in the world. This is attributed to his keen understanding of the game, precise tackling, capacity to cover ground both horizontally and vertically, and unparalleled work rate.

Alex Collado (Al Akhdoud)

Collado often retreats into a deeper role to contribute to the build-up and propel the ball forward through his dynamic runs. Operating as a wide midfielder comes naturally to him, as he frequently occupies deeper positions during significant portions of the game. His key strengths lie in his commanding presence in the final third, adept ball control, progression through runs, and proficiency in set-piece situations.

Combining a considerable dose of pace with technical finesse and dribbling abilities, Collado proves to be a versatile player. Additionally, his strategic passing plays a crucial role in disrupting defensive blocks effectively.

Match Facts

• Al-Akhdoud Club haven’t won any of their last 6 away matches.
• The winner of their last meeting was Al-Ittihad FC.
• Both teams lost their last match.

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Injury and Team News

Several players will be absent due to injuries for the home team. Al Jadani, Sharahili, Felipe, Bamasud, Hawsawi, and Shanqeeti will not be available for this match.

The away team will have all the players available for the match and don’t have any injury concerns.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 1

Al Ittihad: 1

Al Akhdoud: 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineup for Al Ittihad vs Al Akhdoud

Al Ittihad Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Maiouf(GK); Hawsawi, Hegazy, Mosa, Sahafi; Farhan, Fabinho, Kante; Benzema, Hamdallah, Romarinho

Al Akhdoud Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Vitor(GK); Mansour, Burca, Kvirkvelia, Zabdani; Habib, Muwallad, Pedroza; Godwin, Tawamba, Collado

Match Prediction for Al Ittihad vs Al Akhdoud

This year, Al Ittihad has faced challenges in the Saudi Pro League, currently holding the fifth position. They are determined to secure the highest possible finish and are considered favourites to win this fixture. The home team is expected to claim all three points in this match.

Prediction: Al Ittihad 3-0 Al Akhdoud

Telecast for Al Ittihad vs Al Akhdoud

India – Sony Network, SonyLIV

UK – DAZN, Sky Sports

USA – FOX Sports, ESPN

Nigeria – Sporty TV

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