Al Ahli vs Abha Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast
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It looks like Al Ahli will finish third this season
Al Ahli are having another outstanding season with the team looking to finish third. This is the second time in a row that they have performed admirably first securing promotion last term and this term they may finish third. In the last match, Al Shabab were defeated 2-1 after Firmino and Kessie scored to help the team secure all three points.
They are currently in 15th place, one point above relegation. In order to secure their place in the league next season, Abha will need to step their game up in the next couple of matches. In the last five matches, they have won two, drawn one and lost two, which has led to them moving out of the relegation zone.
Kick-Off:
Saturday, 18 May at 11:30 PM IST
Location- King Abdullah Sports City
Form:
Al Ahli (in all competitions): W-L-W-L-D
Abha (in all competitions): D-W-L-L-W
Player to Watch
Riyad Mahrez (Al Ahli)
Riyad Mahrez has contributed to the team’s success by scoring 10 goals in 31 matches and providing 12 assists this season. With his creativity and vision, the team has been able to present more clear cut chances than they have in previous seasons. He has been a tremendous addition to the team this season, and has improved their performance remarkably.
Grzegorz Krychowiak (Abha)
The Polish international has developed himself into an important player for the team this season after signing for the club this summer from Al Shabab. He scored 9 goals this term while also contributing one assist. He sets an example by winning tackles and anticipating interceptions at crucial moments.
Match Facts
- Ahli have not kept a clean sheet in the last 5 matches
- Abha have not scored in the last two away matches
- The last time these two sides faced each other, Al Ahli thrashed Abha by 0-6
Al Ahli vs Abha: Betting tips and odds
Tip 1: Al Ahli to win this: 1/7 with skybet
Tip 2: Riyad Mahrez to score the first goal- 4/1 with UNIBET
Tip 3: Both teams to score- 10/11 with bet365
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Injury and Teams News
A number of players for Al Ahli are injured for this match, including Otayf, Majrashi, Saint-Maximin and Asiri. Veiga has a doubtful participation in the match.
It is unlikely that Abha won’t be able to field Zakaria Al Sudani in this match due to his current injury.
Head-to-Head
Total Matches- 8
Al Ahli- 3
Abha- 3
Draw- 2
Predicted Lineup for Al Ahli vs Abha
Al Ahli Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):
Mendy; Hamed, Ibanez, Hindi, Al Ammar; Aljohani,Kessie; Mahrez, Firmino, Al Asmari, Al-Buraikan
Abha Predicted lineup (5-4-1):
Tatarusanu; bin Jumayah, Al Sahafi, Noguera, Al Zubaidi, Al Shammry; Al-Ali, Krychowiak, Matic, Kamano; Djordjevic
Match Prediction for Al Ahli vs Abha
Al Ahli have enjoyed a strong season so far with the team looking set to finish in third position. However, Abha have not been at their best this season and are in danger of relegation. In this match, the home team remains the heavy favourites.
Prediction: Al Ahli 2-1 Abha
Telecast for Al Ahli vs Abha
India – SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
UK– Sky Sports
US- ESPN
Nigeria- Sporty TV
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