Al Ahli vs Al Taawoun Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

The previous outing between these sides ended in favour of the Royals.

Al Ahli are ready to host Al Taawoun for their matchweek 15 contest of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. Alinma Bank Stadium will witness this intense clash between these clubs.

The Royals have performed well in their last three matches and will be looking to extend their winning run. They will be at home for their next encounter and a win here is going to help them close down the gap to the top. Al Ahli will build up control from the start and are going to trouble the visitors.

Al Taawoun are coming in after securing a 2-0 win against Al Shabab in their previous Saudi Pro League game. It was a good comeback by them after their loss against Al Ittihad. Sukkari Al-Qassim will be keen to put up a strong fight against the hosts. They are in third place on the points table at the moment.

Kick-off:

• Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Alinma Bank Stadium
• Date: Wednesday, January 14
• Kick-off Time: 11:00 p.m. IST/ 05:30 p.m. GMT/ 12:30 p.m. ET/ 09:30 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

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

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

Players to Watch

Ivan Toney (Al Ahli)

Ivan Toney was once again on the scoresheet for Al Ahli. He was the sole goal scorer for his side and will be looking to engrave his name on the scoresheet once again. Toney is going to create issues for the opponent’s defence. He will be ready to lead his side in the final third once again and has been consistent with his performances recently.

New day, same focus 💚 #AlAhli pic.twitter.com/mizMuAXOWa

— Al-Ahli Saudi Club (@ALAHLI_FCEN) January 11, 2026

Roger Martínez (Al Taawoun)

Roger Martínez is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for the visitors. He opened the scoring for Al Taawoun in the previous league game and also helped them get a win. In 13 league matches this season, Martinez has scored eight goals and also has two assists to his name.

Match Facts

• Al Ahli are on a three-match winning streak.
• Al Taawoun have won two of their last three games.
• The Royals haven’t lost to Sukkari Al-Qassim in their last six meetings.

Al Ahli vs Al Taawoun: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Ahli to win @13/20 Coral
• Ivan Toney to score @19/20 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @4/9 bet365

Injury and Team News

Edouard Mendy is on national team duty, hence keeping him out of action for Al Ahli. Riyad Mahrez is not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad.

Al Taawoun will be ready with all their players fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 31

Al Ahli won: 14

Al Taawoun won: 7

Draws: 10

Predicted Lineups

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

Al-Sanbi (GK); Sulaiman, Demiral, Ibanez, Al Hawsawi; Aljohani, Millot; Al Brikan, Goncalves, Galeno; Toney

Al Taawoun predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Mailson (GK); Mahzari, Al Dossari, Mufarrij, Al Hurayji; Flavio, El Mahdioui, Fulgini; Al Kuwaykibi, Martinez, Mandash

Match Prediction

These clubs are going to come up with an intense battle here, but Al Ahli are likely to come out on top and outplay Al Taawoun in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.

Prediction: Al Ahli 2-1 Al Taawoun

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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