Preview: Al Ahli vs Al Fateh prediction, odds, where to watch, time | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

The Sons of the Palm emerged victorious in their previous outing against the Royals.

Al Ahli are now going to battle it out against Al Fateh for their matchweek 31 contest of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This will be an intense outing between these clubs, taking place at the Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium.

Al Ahli have recently claimed the AFC Champions League Elite title. They are coming in after securing a 4-0 win against Al Okhdood in their previous league game. Matthias Jaissle’s men will now be looking to extend their winning run.

The Royals will be at home for their upcoming fixture. They will be fully confident and will be eager to come up with a top performance. They are in third place on the Saudi Pro League points table. Their chances of winning the league title are very slim, but they will not be looking to back down here.

Al Fateh are coming in after securing a 2-2 draw against Neom Sports Club. They made a strong comeback to bag a point. With now eight wins in 30 games, the Sons of the Palm are in 12th place on the league table.

The José Gomes-led side will be away from home for their next matchup. They are going to be under pressure because of this. It is not going to be an easy task for them, but the visitors will be keen to give their all here.

Kick-off:

• Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium
• Date: Wednesday, May 6
• Kick-off Time: 11:30 PM IST/ 06:00 PM GMT/ 01:00 PM ET/ 10:00 AM PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

All focus on tomorrow’s game 💪#AlAhli | #RoshnSaudiLeague pic.twitter.com/GjCoZmGbNN

— Al-Ahli Saudi Club (@ALAHLI_FCEN) May 5, 2026

Form:

Al Ahli: W-W-W-L-W

Al Fateh: L-L-W-D-D

Players to Watch

Franck Kessié (Al Ahli)

Franck Kessié is coming in after forcing a brace in the previous league fixture for Al Ahli. It was a top performance by the 29-year-old. He will be eager to put in top efforts yet again.

Kessié has six goal contributions in 24 league games of the ongoing campaign. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, he can play an important role.

Big game. Big player. MOTM: Kessie 🤩💚#AlAhli | #RoshnSaudiLeague pic.twitter.com/HPP0hKlMwu

— Al-Ahli Saudi Club (@ALAHLI_FCEN) May 3, 2026

Mourad Batna (Al Fateh)

The 35-year-old is going to be one of the main men in the final third for Al Fateh. In 27 Saudi Pro League fixtures, Mourad Batna has scored nine goals and has eight assists. He was one of the goal scorers in the previous fixture for the Sons of the Palm and will be looking to add more to his tally.

Match Facts

• Al Ahli have won four of their last five matches.
• Al Fateh have only secured one win in their last five attempts.
• Only one of the last five meetings between these clubs has ended in a draw.

Al Ahli vs Al Fateh: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Ahli to win @2/7 Ladbrokes
• Ivan Toney to score @4/7 SkyBet
• Goals over 3.5 @11/10 BetFred

Injury and Team News

All of the squad members for both Al Ahli and Al Fateh are fit to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 35

Al Ahli won: 18

Al Fateh won: 11

Draws: 6

Predicted Lineups

Al Ahli predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Mendy (GK); Majrashi, Demiral, Ibañez, Al Hawsawi; Atangana, Aljohani, Kessié; Mahrez, Toney, Galeno

Al Fateh predicted lineup (3-5-2)

Pacheco (GK); Al Jari, Fernandes, Saadane; Al Othman, Youssef, Masoud, Bendebka, Qasheesh; Al Zubaidi, Batna

Match Prediction

Al Ahli at the Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium are going to have a slight edge. Al Fateh are going to be under pressure.

The Royals are likely to come out on top to secure three points in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.

Prediction: Al Ahli 3-1 Al Fateh

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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