⁠Al Ettifaq vs Al Kholood Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Five points separate these two sides in the standings this season.

Al Ettifaq are back in action in the Saudi Pro League after the season was halted for a while. Steven Gerrard’s side welcome Al Kholood in the round 15 action of the Saudi Pro League on Friday at the Abdullah Al Dabil Stadium. 

Al Ettifaq have endured a difficult campaign so far as they find themselves in 11th in the table. Steven Gerrard’s side have just managed to win just once in their last ten matches in all competitions which will be concerning for him. In the last match, they ended their eight-game winless streak to secure a 2-1 win over Al Khaleej. 

Al Kholood on the other hand have been in poor form this season accumulating just ten points from the starting 13 games. So far, they have won just two matches, lost seven, and drawn four. Noureddine Zekri’s side are currently one point safe of the relegation zone sitting 15th in the table. In the last match, they were comfortably beaten 3-0 by Al Qadsiah and have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last nine matches. 

Kick-Off:

Friday, 10 January 2025 at 2:40 PM UK; 8:10 PM IST

Location: Abdullah Al Dabil Stadium

Form:

Al Ettifaq (in all competitions): L-L-D-L-W

⁠Al Kholood (in all competitions): D-L-L-W-L

THE GRIND CONTINUES TOMORROW 💥#RoshnSaudiLeague pic.twitter.com/hIzVXLtcPb

— Roshn Saudi League (@SPL_EN) January 8, 2025

Players to Watch

Georginio Wijnaldum (Al Ettifaq)

After a tough start to the season for him, Wijnaldum was back amongst the goals in the last match to earn his side a vital win. The former Liverpool midfielder remains the team’s most vital player as he possesses the quality to change the fortune of the match. This season, he has registered just two goals for the team with one assist to his name. 

Myziane Maolida (⁠Al Kholood)

Myziane Maolida has been the saviour for Al Kholood this season and is currently leading the goalscoring charts for them. This season, Maolida has five goals to his name with four goals coming in his last six matches with the club. It was his brace against Al Nassr which secured a thrilling 3-3 draw for them. He will be the player to look out for in this match. 

Match Facts

• Al Ettifaq secured a 2-1 victory over Al Khaleej in the last league outing
• They have scored just three goals in their last five matches
• Al Kholood suffered a 3-0 loss against Al Qadsiah in the last league game

⁠Al Ettifaq vs Al Kholood: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Moussa Dembele to score the first goal– 2/1 with bet365
• Tip 2: Game to end in a draw– 2/11 with William HILL
• Tip 3: Both teams to score in this game– 4/5 with sky bet

Injury & Team News

Al Ettifaq have all the players available in their squad for selection. It will be great news for Steven Gerrard as he aims to turn their season around. 

Al Kholood, also have all the players available but are at the moment sweating for the fitness of Jackson Muleka and Kevin N’Doram. 

Steven Gerrard in the press conference before the match against Al kholood📄#Ettifaq💚❤️ pic.twitter.com/jfhRhf6tAV

— Ettifaq Club (@Ettifaq_EN) January 8, 2025

Head to Head

This will be the first time these two sides are going to face each other. 

Predicted Lineup

Al Ettifaq predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Rodak (GK); Al Otaibi, Khateeb, Madu, Yousef; Fofana, Wijnaldum; Ekambi, Medran, Gray; Dembele

⁠Al Kholood predicted lineup (4-4-1-1):

Grohe (GK); Al Hawsawi, Troost-Ekong, Gyomber, Al-Shahri; Asiri, Dieng, Al-Shamrani, Sawaan; Collado; Maolida

Match Prediction

Both teams have struggled this season to maintain their performance in the league. Considering the season both teams are having, we expect this game to end in a draw. 

Prediction: ⁠Al Ettifaq 1-1 Al Kholood

Telecast Details

India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – DAZN UK

US –  fuboTV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria – StarTimes App, Sporty TV

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