Al-Ahli vs Damac Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Saudi Pro League 2024-25

Both sides are struggling this season.

Al-Ahli have not lived up to the mark given the quality squad they boast. They are currently languishing ninth in the Saudi Pro League table, further evidenced by their poor performance. Despite playing sub-par football their defence has been rock solid as in their last six games.

They have allowed just two goals to enter the net in those games. All that remains to be seen is whether or not this pattern will continue when they next play Damac.

Damac will enter the match having defeated Al-Okhdood 3-1 in the Saudi Pro League in their previous match, which was their first win of the league season. They have played poor football since the start of the new term. Out of three games they have only secured one win.

If they are looking to climb up the table they will need to step up their performance. They are next facing Al Ahli who possess plenty of talented stars who can make a big impact.

Kick-off

Friday, 20 September at 9:25 p.m. IST.

Location: King Abdullah Sports City

Form

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

Damac: D-L-D-L-L-W

Players to watch

Al-Ahli: Ivan Toney

Ivan Toney has started two games for Al Ahli but is yet to open his account for the club. Against Damac, he will have an excellent chance to finally score a goal for his side. The former Premier League striker will be keen to score a good number of goals this season and lead the club to the title given they have many top players in the squad. Toney’s presence in the box makes him an intriguing striker and hopefully, he will score a goal for the Saudi side.

Damac: Georges N’Koudou

Georges N’Koudou has been key for Damac. The winger operates on the left flank and cuts inside on his right foot to create scoring chances. He also sometimes looks for space to find a shooting angle. He is one of the biggest threats of Damac and his presence gives the Saudi team a cutting edge in the attack.

Match facts

• The total number of goals in 10 of the previous 12 Al Ahli home games was less than 3.5.
• The last four away games for Damac FC have resulted in losses.
• Al Ahli have not scored more than two goals in any of their last five games.

Al-Ahli vs Damac: Bettings tips and odds

• Tip1: Al Ahli to win
• Tip 2: Ivan Toney to score.
• Tip 3: Damac to score first.

Injury and player news

For Al Ahli, they won’t have to worry about any injury as all the players are fit to face Damac.

The Damac manager only needs to worry about one player’s fitness. Adam Maher will not be playing due to a ruptured cruciate ligament.

Head-to-head

Matches: 9

Al-Ahli: 3

Draws: 3

Damac: 3

Predicted lineup

Al-Ahli predicted lineup: 4-2-3-1

Mendy; Majrashi, Demiral, Ibanez, Al Ammar; Aljohani, Kessie; Mahrez, Firmino, Al-Braikan; Toney

Damac predicted lineup: 4-2-3-1

Nita; Solan, Chafai, Bedrane, Anazi; Hazzaa Ahmed, Stanciu; Kamano, Faltah, N’Koudou; Diallo

Prediction

We anticipate that Al-Ahli most likely will be able to generate a respectable amount of opportunities and shots on target. Damac may possibly find it challenging to score goals, but we do see them regaining some ground during this match. We predict that Al-Ahli will win the game by a fine margin.

Prediction: Al-Ahli 3-1 Damac

Live telecast details

India –  Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – DAZN UK

US –  fuboTV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria – StarTimes App, Sporty TV

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