Preview: Al Shabab vs Al Ahli Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

These sides are going to face each other for the second time this season.

Al Shabab will have a face-off against Al Ahli for their matchweek 22 contest of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This is going to be an intense outing between these clubs and will take place at the Al-Shabab Club Stadium.

The White Lions are coming in after facing a 0-1 defeat at the hands of Al Kholood in their last matchup. It was a poor effort by them, and they dropped three points. Al Shabab will be at home for their next game, and it is going to be one of their advantages.

They are in 13th place on the league table at the moment.

Al Ahli are still in the Saudi Pro League title race. They have been performing well recently and will be gunning for another win. The Royals secured a 2-0 win against Al Hazem in their previous fixture.

Despite being away from home, they will be full of confidence and are going to make the situation very tough for the hosts.

Kick-off:

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Al-Shabab Club Stadium
• Date: Friday, February 13
• Kick-off Time: 07:25 p.m. IST/ 01:55 p.m. GMT/ 08:55 a.m. ET/ 05:55 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Al Shabab: D-D-W-W-L

Al Ahli: W-W-D-W-D

Players to Watch

Yannick Carrasco (Al Shabab)

Yannick Carrasco will be keen to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Royals. He can control the midfield well and is also capable of scoring goals. The 32-year-old has scored seven goals and has four assists to his name in 17 league games of the ongoing campaign.

Ivan Toney (Al Ahli)

Ivan Toney is the top goal scorer in the Saudi Pro League this season. He has come up with some top performances for Al Ahli and will be looking to put in top efforts once again. In 19 games, he has 23 goal contributions and is in top form at the moment.

Toney will be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Match Facts

• Al Ahli have secured three wins in their last five matches.
• Al Shabab have two wins in their last five attempts.
• Two of the last five outings between these sides have ended in a draw.

Al Shabab vs Al Ahli: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Ahli to win @4/6 BetMGM
• Ivan Toney to score @10/11 SkyBet
• Goals under 3.5 @12/25 Virgin Bet

Injury and Team News

Al Shabab will miss out on the services of Mohammed Harbush. He is injured.

Merih Demiral is not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad for Al Ahli due to his fitness issues.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 83

Al Shabab won: 26

Al Ahli won: 34

Draws: 23

Predicted Lineups

Al Shabab predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Grohe (GK); Al Thani, Hoedt, Al Bulayhi, Balobaid; Al Hammami, Al Asmari, Sierro, Carrasco; Hernández, Carlos

Al Ahli predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Mendy (GK); Yousef, Hamidou, Ibanez, Dams; Aljohani, Kessie; Mahrez, Goncalves, Galeno; Toney

Match Prediction

The hosts will be looking for a win, but the Royals are going to give them a tough time. Al Ahli are likely to come out on top to secure a victory against Al Shabab in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.

Prediction: Al Shabab 0-2 Al Ahli

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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