Preview: Al Khaleej vs Al Ettifaq prediction, odds, where to watch, time | Saudi Pro League 2025-26
The previous confrontation between these clubs ended in favour of the Pearls.
Al Khaleej will now take on Al Ettifaq for their matchweek 32 contest of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. The Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Stadium is going to witness this interesting clash between these clubs.
The Pearls are coming in after facing a 1-2 defeat at the hands of Al Hilal. They took the lead first, but then gave it away to lose three points. The Gus Poyet-led side have performed decently in their last three games.
They are in 11th place on the league table at the moment. A Khaleej will be at home for their next one. They are surely going to use it to their advantage.
The Commandos were held to a goalless draw by Al Najma in their previous league outing. They controlled the ball well, but were unable to score a goal. Saad Al-Shehri’s men will be looking to jump back to winning ways.
Al Ettifaq are placed seventh on the Saudi Pro League points table with 13 wins in their 31 matches. They will be away from home for their next one. They must come up with a top performance to secure three points.
Kick-off:
- Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia
- Stadium: Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Stadium
- Date: Saturday, May 9
- Kick-off Time: 09:25 PM IST/ 03:55 PM GMT/ 10:55 AM ET/ 07:55 AM PT
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Al Khaleej: D-L-W-W-L
Al Ettifaq: W-L-L-W-D
Players to Watch
Joshua King (Al Khaleej)
Joshua King was one of the goal scorers for Al Khaleej in the previous fixture, but it was not enough for them to get them to a win. In 27 Saudi Pro League appearances this season, he has scored 19 goals and has two assists. He is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for the hosts.
Georginio Wijnaldum (Al Ettifaq)
Georginio Wijnaldum is going to be one of the main men both in the midfield and the attacking front. In the current league campaign, he has scored 16 goals and has six assists in 35 matches. He can control the midfield well and is also capable of scoring goals.
Wijnaldum will be eager to come up with a top performance.
Match Facts
- Al Khaleej have won two of their last three games.
- Al Ettifaq have won only one of their last three fixtures.
- Neither of the last four games have ended in a draw.
Al Khaleej vs Al Ettifaq: Betting Tips and Odds
- Al Ettifaq to win @21/10 Ladbrokes
- Georginio Wijnaldum to score @9/4 SkyBet
- Goals under 3.5 @3/5 Virgin Bet
Injury and Team News
Al Khaleej might miss out on the services of Saeed Al Hamsl, Georgios Masouras and Bart Schenkeveld due to their lack of fitness.
All of the squad members for Al Ettifaq are fit and ready to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 16
Al Khaleej won: 2
Al Ettifaq won: 13
Draws: 1
Predicted Lineups
Al Khaleej predicted lineup (4-4-1-1)
Moris (GK); Asiri, Al Hafith, Khubrani, Rebocho; Hamzi, Kanabah, Kourbelis, Fernandes; King
Al Ettifaq predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Rodák (GK); Al Olayan, Khateeb, Calvo, Costa; Medrán, Duda; Nkota, Wijnaldum, Al-Ghannam; Dembélé
Match Prediction
Al Khaleej will be looking to use every advantage at the Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Stadium. Although it is going to be a tough contest for them, Al Ettifaq will be coming in with a strong fight.
The Commandos are likely to come up with a win against the Pearls in the upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.
Prediction: Al Khaleej 1-2 Al Ettifaq
Telecast Details
India: FanCode
UK: DAZN UK
USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes
Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV
When and where is Al Khaleej vs Al Ettifaq Saudi Pro League match?
Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Kick-off is scheduled for 09:25 p.m. IST.
Where and how to watch Saudi Pro League in India?
The FanCode app and website will stream all matches live.
Where and how to watch Saudi Pro League in UK?
DAZN UK will stream all the games for the fans in the United Kingdom.
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