Preview: Al Ittihad vs Al Kholood prediction, odds, where to watch, time | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

18 points separate the two sides on the points table!

Matchday 31 of the Saudi Pro League will take us to the King Abdullah Sports City, where Al Ittihad will lock horns with Al Kholood in an exciting clash. The home side are currently placed at the sixth spot in the league table as they have registered 48 points from their opening 29 games. They won 2-0 against Al Taawoun in their last game.

Al Kholood, on the other hand, find themselves at the 14th spot in the Saudi Pro League. With nine wins, three draws, and 18 losses, Al Kholood have accumulated 30 points. They won 1-1 against Al Fayha on the last matchday and will look to secure another win as they are just seven points above the relegation zone.

Kick-off:

• Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: King Abdullah Sport City Stadium
• Date and Kick-off time: Sunday, May 4 – 11:30 pm IST/06:00 PM GMT/02:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT
• Referee: Not decided
• VAR: In Use

Form:

Al Ittihad (in all competitions): W-L-W-L-W

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

Players to watch out for:

Houssem Aouar (Al Ittihad)

Houssem Aouar is going to play an important role for Al Ittihad once again. He registered a goal and an assist to take his team past Al Taawoun in the last matchday. He has scored five goals in the league campaign so far and is also known for his passing and playmaking ability.

John Buckley (Al Kholood)

Despite Kholood’s underwhelming form in this season so far, John Buckley has emerged as one of their best performer. The midfielder is very versatile and can play all across the midfield. He is a threat from dead-ball situations as well.

Match Facts:

• Al Kholood won the last head-to-head encounter.
• Al Ittihad won 2-0 against Al Taawoun in their last game.
• Al Kholood won 1-1 against Al-Fayha in their last game.

Al Ittihad vs Al Kholood: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Al Ittihad to win – 1.62 by Dafabet
• Tip 2: Both Teams to score – 1.89 by 1XBET
• Tip 3: Goals over 2.5 – 1.77 by Stake

Injury and Team News:

Both teams have their entire squads available for selection.

Head to Head:

Total matches: 5

Al Ittihad won: 3

Al Kholood won: 0

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineups:

Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1)

Rajković(GK); Mitaj, Kadesh, Sharahili, Simić; Fabinho, Al Nashri; Bergwijn, Aouar, Fernandes; En-Nesyri

Al Kholood (4-3-3)

Cozzani(GK); Al-Shahri, Pinas, Utkus, Gyömbér; Kortajarena, N’Doram, Buckley; Al-Aliwa, Bahbri, Guga

Match Prediction:

Al Ittihad are the favourites to win and get all three points. They are in better form and will also be playing in front of their home fans.

Prediction: Al Ittihad 2-1 Al Kholood

Telecast details:

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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