Al Ain vs Al Ahli Lineups, prediction, betting tips & odds
The hosts are the worst-performing side in Group B.
The AFC Champions League Elite action will return to the UAE as Al-Ain gear up to host Saudi Arabian top-tier side Al Ahli on Monday evening. Al Ain have found it really tough to settle in and put up a convincing display at the championship. They are yet to win a game in their first four outings and have lost all of their last three games, including a defeat to Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr last month.
Al Ahli on the other hand come into this game on the back of a solid run of form. They have been firing on all cylinders and have won all of their four games so far. The Royals are one of the only two sides to have won all of their games in the Championship so far. They have scored ten goals and have conceded just two and will be eyeing their fifth win on their trip to the UAE.
Kick Off
Monday, November 25, 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium
Form
Al-Ain (in all competitions): W-L-L-D-L
Al Ahli (in all competitions): W-W-W-L-D
Players to watch
Kodjo Fo Doh Laba (Al-Ain)
The striker has been one of the most consistent performers for Al-Ain this season. He has led his side from the front and has consistently found the back of the net. With eight goals across all competitions, the 32-year-old is Al-Ain’s top scorer this season. His positioning coupled with his goalscoring instincts and synergy with his teammates makes him one of the most influential players for his side.
Riyad Mahrez (Al Ahli)
The Algerian international has been Al Ahli’s best player in the AFC Champions League elite this season. With three goals and three assists, Mahrez has racked up six-goal contributions in the championship, the highest by any player in his side. He is known for his ability to make an immediate impact on the pitch with his vision, playmaking abilities and goal-scoring prowess. Riyad Mahrez is a big game player and has dropped in match-winning performances consistently.
Match facts
- Al Ahli FC have never won a game against Al Ain FC
- This fixture averages more than 2 goals per game
- This will be the first match between the two sides since 2017
Al-Ain vs Al Ahli: Betting tips and Odds
- Tip 1: Al Ahli to win
- Tip 2: Roberto Fermino to score anytime
- Tip 3: Riyad Mahrez to score anytime
Injury & Team News
Both teams are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.
Head-to-head
Total Matches played – 6
Al-Ain wins – 3
Al Ahli wins – 0
Draws – 3
Predicted Line-up
Al-Ain (4-2-3-1):
Eisa (GK); Al-Ahbabi, Cardoso, Autonne, Erik; Palacios, Barman; Al Baloushi, Romero, Rahimi; Doh Laba
Al Ahli (4-2-3-1)
Mendy (GK); Hamed, Demiral, Ibanez, Al Ammar; Kessie, Aljohani; Mahrez, Veiga, Firmino; Toney
Prediction for Al-Ain vs Al Ahli
Al Ahli are the favourites to win this game, thanks to their superior run of form and Al Ain’s poor record in the AFC Champions League Elite this season.
Prediction: Al-Ain 1-4 Al Ahli
Telecast for Al-Ain vs Al Ahli
India: Fancode, Sports 18
UK: Triller TV
USA: Paramount+
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