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

The Tigers are on a two-match winning streak against the Knight of Ad-Dahna.

Al Ittihad are now gearing up to have a face-off against Al Ettifaq for their matchweek 16 fixture of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This is going to be an entertaining clash, taking place at the Alinma Bank Stadium.

The Tigers have been on top of their game in the last five outings. They dropped two points, when they were held to a draw by Damac Club in their previous league outing. It was not their best effort. Al Ittihad are now in sixth place on the league table and must secure three points if they want to keep defending their league title.

Al Ettifaq were outplayed by Al Khaleej in their previous league outing. They took the lead early, but were unable to keep it intact. The Knight of Ad-Dahna are in seventh place on the Saudi Pro League points table. The upcoming contest is going to be a tough one for them. They will be away from home and this might keep them under a bit of pressure.

Kick-off:

• Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Alinma Bank Stadium
• Date: Friday, January 16
• 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 Ittihad: W-W-W-W-D

Al Ettifaq: W-D-W-W-L

Players to Watch

Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad)

Even though he failed to find the net in the previous league for Al Ittihad, Karim Benzema will still play an important role in the final third for his side. In 10 Saudi Pro League appearances this season, he has scored seven goals and will be keen to add more to his tally. Benzema is going to be a menace to the opponent’s defence.

Georginio Wijnaldum (Al Ettifaq)

The 35-year-old is going to play a crucial part for Al Ettifaq both in the midfield and the attacking front. In 14 league games of the ongoing campaign, he has 12 goal contributions and will be keen to add more to his tally. With the ball at his feet, Georginio Wijnaldum is going to cause continuous problems to the hosts.

Match Facts

• Al Ittihad haven’t faced a defeat in their last seven matches.
• Al Ettifaq have won three of their last five games.
• The Knight of Ad-Dahna have only won one of their last five fixtures against the Tigers.

Al Ittihad vs Al Ettifaq: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Ittihad to win @9/20 10bet
• Karim Benzema to score @8/11 bet365
• Goals over 3.5 @11/8 William Hill

Injury and Team News

Houssem Aouar and Saad Al Mousa are not going to be in action for Al Ittihad due to their injuries. Fabinho is suspended.

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

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 73

Al Ittihad won: 42

Al Ettifaq won: 14

Draws: 17

Predicted Lineups

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

Rajkovic (GK); Al-Shanqiti, Pereira, Sharahili, Mahbub; Al Bishi, Kante; Diaby, Bergwijn, Fernandes; Benzema

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

Rodák (GK); Khateeb, Hendry, Hindi, Calvo; Duda, Ali; Nkota, Wijnaldum, Medrán; Dembele

Match Prediction

The Tigers will be keen to continue their positive run and the visitors are likely to be under pressure. Al Ittihad are likely to come out on top and secure a win against Al Ettifaq in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.

Prediction: Al Ittihad 3-2 Al Ettifaq

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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