Al Ahli vs Al Taawoun Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2024-25

The hosts dominated the proceedings the last time both sides met.

Al Ahli are ready to host Al Taawoun in match week 30 of the Saudi Pro League 2024-25 season. Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium is all set for an intense league contest between the two teams.

Al Ahli are the AFC Champions League Elite winners as they defeated Kawasaki Frontale with ease to clinch the title. They are in the fifth spot on the Saudi Pro League points table and might have a slight chance to win the league title as well.

Ahli Saudi also emerged victorious in their last league match as well and are in flying form. They will be looking to carry their momentum and secure another as they will be playing at home.

Al Taawoun will be under pressure as they have already lost to Al Ahli once. They will be away from home, which will be one of the disadvantages for them. The visitors are in eighth place on the league table and a win can help them jump up a spot, but it is not going to be an easy match for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium
• Date: Wednesday, May 7
• Kick-off Time: 21:55 IST/ 16:25 GMT/ 11:25 ET/ 08:25 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

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

Al Taawoun: W-D-L-L-W

Players to Watch

Ivan Toney (Al Ahli)

Ivan Toney has been the main man in the attacking front for his side in the Saudi Pro League this season. The English forward has scored 19 goals and has three assists in 25 league games in the ongoing campaign. He is yet again going to play an important role in the attacking front for the hosts.

Musa Barrow (Al Taawoun)

The Gambian forward will once again be in charge of the attacking front for Al Taawoun. Musa Barrow will once again is going to play a pivotal role for his side. He has 14 goal involvements in 28 league matches this season. Although he has not scored any goals for his side in the last five games, Barrow might emerge as the game-changer for them this time.

Match Facts

• Al Ahli are on a six-match winning streak.
• Al Taawoun have not won any of their last five matches against Al Ahli.
• Al Ahli are on a three-match winning run against Al Taawoun.

Al Ahli vs Al Taawoun: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Ahli to win @1/3 bet365
• Ivan Toney to score @3/1 Skybet
• Goals under 3.5 @8/13 Skybet

Injury and Team News

Al Ahli might miss out on the services of Wenderson Galeno, Saad Balobaid and Franck Kessie as their availability depends on their match fitness.

Al Taawoun will be without the services of Mailson, Rakan Al Tulayhi and Awn Al Slaluli as they are injured.

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— نادي التعاون السعودي (@AltaawounFC) May 4, 2025

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 19

Al Ahli won: 9

Al Taawoun won: 3

Draws: 7

Predicted Lineups

Al Ahli predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Mendy (GK); Majrashi, Demiral, Ibanez, Alioski; Alexsander, Aljohani; Mahrez, Firmino, Veiga; Toney

Al Taawoun predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Atiah (GK); Mahrazi, Girotto, Al Ahmed, Al Nasser; El Mahdioui, Sabiri; Mandash, Fajr, Barrow; Martinez

Match Prediction

The hosts are looking in great form and are going to trouble the visitors. Al Ahli are likely to win their upcoming Saudi Pro League 2024-25 fixture against Al Taawoun.

Prediction: Al Ahli 2-1 Al Taawoun

Telecast Details

India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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