Al Ittihad vs Damac: Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast

Published at :May 21, 2024 at 11:30 PM

Modified at :May 21, 2024 at 11:30 PM

Al Ittihad have failed to win any of their last five matches

Al Ittihad have endured a tough finish to the season after failing to win any of their last five matches. In the previous game, they managed to secure a much-needed draw to boost their confidence after losing four games in a row and losing Marcelo Gallardo in the process at the end of the season.

Al Ittihad’s downfall has also been attributed to injuries, as they are missing several key players at the moment. Despite winning the league last season, few people could have predicted they would be going through this rough patch of form.

On the other hand, Damac have secured their place for the next season with the team on course to finish in the mid-table. Currently in the 10th spot, the team will have to improve to finish strong.

After two consecutive losses to Al Ahli and Al-Taawoun, they have managed to pull off back-to-back draws in the last two matches. They played a 1-1 draw against Al Feiha in their last match but weren’t able to grab a victory. Despite taking 16 shots, they failed to win the game.

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 23 May at 11:30 PM IST

Location: Prince Abdullah al-Faisal Stadium

Form:

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

Damac (in all competitions): D-D-L-L-W

Player to Watch

N’Golo Kanté (Al Ittihad)

Kanté has been one of the best defensive midfielders of this generation and seems to be on the rise. Although Al Ittihad’s season has been underwhelming, he has been impressive this season. Through tackles and interceptions, he breaks up play efficiently and does not get enough credit for the job he does in the middle of the park.

As a result of his performance for Al Ittihad, he has been recalled to the France National team squad for this summer’s Euros, where Deschamps hopes he can play a key role.

Georges-Kevin N’Koudou (Damac)

It has been a great season for the Cameroon international who has looked like a threat all season for Damac. He scored 15 goals in 29 matches, while also contributing four assists.

Playing mainly on the left wing, he likes to dribble past the opposition with his trickery and speed to score some important goals for the team by cutting into his favoured right foot. Additionally, he tracks players for the team as part of his defensive duties.

Match Facts

Al Ittihad have not won a single game in the last five attempts
Damac are unbeaten in the last two matches
Al Ittihad have failed to keep a clean sheet in the last eight matches

Al Ittihad vs Damac: Betting tips and odds

Tip 1: The match to end in a draw- 3/1 with Skybet

Tip 2: Both teams to score- 8/13 with bet365

Tip 3: Match to end with total goals under 3.5- 8/15 with William HILL

Injury and Team News

It has been difficult for Al Ittihad to cope with injuries this season, which led to Marcelo Gallardo being fired from his position at the end of the season after a series of poor performances. As a result of the loss of Benzema and Fabinho, their performance has suffered greatly. In this match, nine players remain injured, which highlights their current state.

The Damac team will be without Bedrane and Al Bishi due to muscle and ankle injuries respectively. Ceesay is also out with knee pain.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches- 9

Al Ittihad- 3

Damac- 3

Draw- 3

Predicted lineup for Al Ittihad vs Damac

Al Ittihad Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Al-Mahasneh; Al Sagour, Al-Mousa, Kadesh, Shanqeeti; Al Nashri, Kante; Al Sahafi, Al Jamaan, Jota; Romarinho

Damac Predicted lineup (4-1-4-1):

Zeghba; Al-Hawsawi, Al-Rashidi, Chafai, Al Obaid; Munshi; Solan, Hamed, Stanciu, Al Qahtani; N’Koudou

Match Prediction for Al Ittihad vs Damac

This season, Al Ittihad have faced a challenging campaign due to injuries. In comparison to Damac, they haven’t won any of their last five matches. With both teams not being in great form this season, Al Ittihad still have the upper hand given their position and quality in the squad. We expect a draw between these two sides here.

Prediction: Al Ittihad 1-1 Damac

Telecast

India – SonyLIV

UK – Sky Sports

US – ESPN

Nigeria – Sporty TV

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