Al Okhdood vs Al Ahli Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds
The previous confrontation between the two sides ended in a draw.
Al Okhdood are all set to lock horns with Al Ahli on matchday 25 of the Saudi Pro League 2024-25 season at home. The hosts are in the relegation zone as they have only been able to win four of their 24 league matches as of now. The visitors on the other hand are in fifth place and might still have a chance to bag the league title.
Al Okhdood will be at home. They are coming in after facing a defeat at the hands of Al Riyadh. Al Okhdood conceded a late goal which led to a defeat. They need a win here to get out of the relegation zone.
Al Ahli have come up with some decent performances. They have won 15 of their 24 league matches but were held to a draw in their last league game. They scored a last-minute equaliser and secured a point.
Kick-off:
- Location: Najran, Saudi Arabia
- Stadium: Prince Hathloul Bin Abdulaziz Sport City Stadium
- Date: Sunday, March 16
- Kick-off Time: 00:30 IST / Saturday, March 15; 19:00 GMT/ 14:00 ET/ 11:00 PT
- Referee: TBD
- VAR: In use
Form:
Al Okhdood: D-L-L-D-L
Al Ahli: W-W-W-D-W
Players to Watch
Christian Bassogog (Al Okhdood)
The 29-year-old forward from Cameroon will be looking to step up for Al Okhdood as they are in the relegation zone at the moment. The hosts need a win here and Christian Bassogog might emerge as a game-changer for them. He has scored a total of five goals in 22 league games so far.
Ivan Toney (Al Ahli)
Having scored a total of 16 goals in 21 league games, Ivan Toney is the top goal scorer for Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League so far. He will be one of the main men in the attacking front for the visitors. Along with the support of Riyad Mahrez and Roberto Firmino, Toney will be looking to add some goals to his tally.
Match Facts
- This will be the fourth meeting between Al Okhdood and Al Ahli in all competitions.
- Al Ahli Saudi have not won any of their last two matches against Al Okhdood.
- Al Okhdood have not won any of their last five matches in the Saudi Pro League.
Al Okhdood vs Al Ahli: Betting Tips and Odds
- Al Ahli to win @21/50 bet365
- Goals over 2.5 @13/20 bet365
- Ivan Toney to score @100/30 Skybet
Injury and Team News
The hosts Al Okhdood will be ready with all of their squad members for their upcoming league match.
Al Ahli will be without the services of Edouard Mendy and Saad Balobaid as they are injured. Franck Kessie’s availability depends on his physical fitness.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 3
Al Okhdood won: 1
Al Ahli won: 1
Draws: 1
Predicted Lineups
Al Okhdood predicted lineup (5-3-2)
Paulo Vitor (GK); Pedroza, Asiri, Al Rabiei, Lowe, Al Saeed; Petros, Ghassan, Al Zubaidi; Bassogog, Godwin
Al Ahli predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Al Sanbi (GK); Majrashi, Demiral, Ibanez, Dams; Alexsander, Veiga; Mahrez, Firmino, Galeno; Toney
Match Prediction
The previous league battle between the two teams ended in a draw. But this time around, Al Ahli are likely to secure three points and defeat Al Okhdood.
Prediction: Al Okhdood 1-2 Al Ahli
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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