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

Six points separate the two sides on the points table.

Matchday 10 of the Saudi Pro League will take us to the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium, where Al Ittihad will host Al Shabab in an enthralling clash.

The home side are currently placed at the ninth spot on the league table. With four wins, two draws, and three losses, Al Ittihad have accumulated 14 points from their opening nine matches. They are coming into this game after securing a 1-0 win over FC Nasaf and will look to replicate something similar in their upcoming game.

Al Shabab, on the other are currently sitting in the 13th spot in the league. With one win, five draws, and three losses, Al Shabab have accumulated eight points from their opening nine matches.

Their last league fixture ended in a draw against Al-Okhdood. They were knocked out by Al Ittihad in the Quarter-finals of the King’s Cup, and it will be a great opportunity for them to get their revenge.  

Kickoff:

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Stadium: King Abdullah Sport City Stadium

Date & Kick-off Time: Dec 27 – 11:00 pm IST/05:30 pm GMT/12:30 pm ET/09:30 am PT 

Referee: Not decided

VAR: In use

Form:

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

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

Players to watch out for:

Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad)

The Frenchman is one of the best strikers in football history and is still going strong at 37. Karim Benzema led Ittihad to the league title last season and has started this campaign on an incredible note as well.

The former Real Madrid striker is much more than a goalscorer. Benzema is a complete team player who complements his teammates very well.

Yannick Carrasco (Al Shabab)

The former Atletico Madrid winger is having a great season so far. In eight appearances, Carrasco has registered four goals and an assist in the league campaign. He is technically sound and is very effective in 1v1 situations.

His experience will be vital for his side to finish the season on a strong note.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 4-1 win for Al Ittihad.
• Al Ittihad won 1-0 against Nasaf Qarshi in their last game.
• Al Shabab played a 2-2 draw against Al-Rayyan in their last game. 

Al Ittihad vs Al Shabab: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Al Ittihad to win – 1.62 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – Yes – 1.75 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 3.5 – 1.82 by 1XBET

Injury and Team news:

Saad Al-Mousa and Houssem Aouar will be unavailable for the home side. They are still recovering from their respective injuries.

Al Shabab, on the other hand, will be without the likes of Mohammed Harbush, Vincent Sierro, and Hammam Al-Hammami.  

Head-to-Head:

Total matches: 54

Al Ittihad won: 25

Al Shabab won: 16

Draws: 13

Predicted Lineups:

Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1)

Rajković (GK); Al Shanqeeti, Pereira, Fabinho, Kadish; N’Golo Kanté, Hamed Al Ghamdi; Ahmed Al Ghamdi, Bergwijn, Diaby; Benzema

Al Shabab (4-1-4-1)

Grohe(GK); Balubaid, Hoedt, Al-Shwirekh, Al-Glimi; Hernandez; Braunehil, Yaseen Adli, Hammami, Carrasco; Hamdallah

Match Prediction:

Al Ittihad are expected to register a win over Al Shabab in their upcoming clash.  

Prediction: Al Ittihad 3-1 Al Shabab

Telecast details:

India: Sony Sports

Saudi Arabia: KSA Sport

UK: DAZN

USA: Fox Sports 2

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