Al Khaleej vs Al Ittihad Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The Tigers defeated the reigning champions in their last game.

Al Khaleej will host Al Ittihad on matchday 22 of the Saudi Pro League at Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium. The hosts are currently placed 10th in the points table. They have eight wins, four draws, and nine losses. Al Khaleej have only registered five points in their previous five league games and will look to bounce back with a win.

Al Ittihad on the other hand are comfortably sitting at the summit of the Saudi Pro League. After Al Hilal’s recent string of poor results, the Tigers are leading them by seven points. Al Ittihad have 18 wins, one draw, and two losses to their name in the ongoing league campaign. They will look to maintain their phenomenal form this season as they find themselves in a strong position to win the Saudi Pro League.

KickOff:

• Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium
• Date: Wednesday, 26 February
• Kick-off Time: 17:00 GMT / 12:00 ET / 9:00 PT / 22:30 IST
• Referee: Not decided
• VAR: In Use

📸| No time to rest 🐅 pic.twitter.com/nxOrk91t1P

— Al-Ittihad Club (@ittihad_en) February 23, 2025

Form:

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

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

Players to watch out for:

Abdullah Al-Salem (Al Khaleej)

The number 11 of the Pearls is also their top scorer in the ongoing league campaign with nine goals. The Saudi Arabian attacker will be given the responsibility to make a difference against league leaders. He needs to show his clinical edge as he won’t get many chances against the difficult opposition.

Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad)

The Frenchman is back to his brilliant best in the 2024-25 season. He has scored 16 goals in the Saudi Pro League and is averaging almost one goal per game this season. The former Real Madrid striker is much more than a goalscorer as well. He is a complete team player who compliments his teammates very well as he has seven assists to his name in the league.

KB9 ☝️ pic.twitter.com/D6H764HVVl

— Roshn Saudi League (@SPL_EN) February 23, 2025

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 4-1 win for Al Ittihad.
• Al Khaleej played a 0-0 draw against Al Fayha in their last game.
• Al Ittihad won 4-1 against Al-Hilal in their last game.

Al Khaleej vs Al Ittihad: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Al Ittihad to win – 1.49 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – Yes – 1.64 by 1XBET
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 3 – 1.88 by Stake

Injury and Team news:

Dimitrios Kourbelis and Mohammed Al-Khabrani will be unavailable for the home side due to their respective injuries.

Al Ittihad on the other hand will be without Ahmed Sharahili for their clash against Al Khaleej.

Head to Head:

Total matches: 15

Al Khaleej won: 0

Al Ittihad won: 11

Draws: 4

Predicted Lineup:

Al Khaleej (4-2-3-1)

Šehić(GK); Al Hamsal, Tisserand, Al-Khabrani, Rebocho; Hamzi, Al Hawsawi; Saleh, Fortounis, Martins; Al Salem

Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1)

Rajkovic(GK); Al-Shanqeeti Al-Mousa, Pereira, Kadesh; Kanté, Fabinho; Diaby, Aouar, Bergwijn; Benzema

Match Prediction:

Al Ittihad are favourites to win their encounter against Al Khaleej.

Prediction: Al Khaleej 1-3 Al Ittihad

Telecast details:

India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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