Al Fayha vs Al Ittihad Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds
28 points separate the two sides on the points table.
Matchday 14 of the Saudi Pro League will take us to King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, where Al Fayha will host Al Ittihad in a thrilling encounter. The home side are in the relegation zone with just six points from their opening 13 matches. They have only registered a single win in their league campaign so far. They will be motivated to get their season back on track, and a win over the league leaders will give them an unmeasurable morale boost.
Al Ittihad, on the other hand, are sitting at the summit of the Saudi Pro League. Nadi Al-Sha’ab have accumulated 36 points and are leading the defending champions by two. Manager Laurent Blanc has done an exceptional job getting the best out of his players. They are one of the favourites to win the Saudi Pro League this season, and another win will only strengthen their stance.
Kickoff:
Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM IST
Venue: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium
Form:
Al Fayha(in all competitions): L-D-L-L-L
Al Ittihad(in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W
Players to watch out for:
Fashion Sakala (Al Fayha)
The Zambian has been one of the few positives for the home side this season. He has scored four goals for his club and is currently their top goalscorer. The 27-year-old striker is a lethal finisher and can be very threatening in and around the box.
Al Fayha are not expected to get many chances during their clash and need to be clinical. This makes the role of Fashion Sakala even more important.
Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad)
The Frenchman is back to his brilliant best in the 2024/25 season. He has scored 10 goals in the Saudi Pro League and is averaging one goal per game this season. The 2022 Ballon d’Or winner is finally showcasing the qualities for which the club signed him last season.
The former Real Madrid striker is much more than a goalscorer. He is a complete team player who compliments his teammates very well.
Match Facts:
- The last game between these two teams ended in a 3-1 win for Al Ittihad.
- Al Fayha lost 2-1 against Al Shabab in their last game.
- Al Ittihad won 3-1 on penalties against Al Hilal.
Al Fayha vs Al Ittihad: Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: Al Ittihad to win – 1.37 by Dafabet
- Tip 2: Both teams to score – Yes – 1.76 by 1XBET
- Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.75 – 1.44 by Stake
Injury and Team news:
Henry Onyekuru will be the only absentee for the home side.
Al Ittihad on the other hand will be without the likes of Ahmed Sharahili, Moussa Diaby, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Saleh Al-Shehri, and Steven Bergwijn due to their respective injuries.
Head to Head:
Total matches: 17
Al Fayha won: 5
Al Ittihad won: 10
Draws: 2
Predicted Lineup:
Al Fayha (4-2-3-1)
Mosquera(GK); Al Baqawi, Al-Khaibari, Smalling, Abdi; Shukurov, Kaabi; Kaabi, Pozuelo, Al-Harthi; Sakala
Al Ittihad (3-4-1-2)
Rajković(GK); Al Mousa, Pereira, Kadesh; Al-Shanqeeti, Kanté, Fabinho, Mitaj; Aouar; Alobud, Benzema
Match Prediction:
Both teams have something to play for and we can expect a very entertaining game. Al Fayha have the quality to pull off an upset. However, Al Ittihad are just unstoppable right now. They have registered wins against the likes of Al Hilal and Al Nassr in their previous two games.
Prediction: Al Fayha 1-2 Al Ittihad
Telecast details for Al Fayha vs Al Ittihad:
India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: DAZN UK
USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes
Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV
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