Al Taawoun vs Al Riyadh Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2024-25

Al Riyadh have already defeated the hosts once this season.

Al Taawoun are all set to host Al Riyadh in the match week 33 of the Saudi Pro League 2024-25 season. The interesting contest between the two Saudi teams will take place at the Al Taawoun Club Stadium.

The hosts are coming after securing a draw in their last Saudi Pro League fixture against Al Nassr. They are residing in eighth place on the league table after their average performances this season. They have faced a defeat at the hands of Al Riyadh previously this season.

Despite being at home, they still might be under some pressure.

Al Riyadh are placed ninth on the Saudi league table. They have already taken down Al Taawoun once this season, so will be feeling confident. After contesting in 32 league games this season, they have secured 10 wins, which is only an average amount.

The upcoming clash between the two sides can be a close one.

Kick-off:

• Location: Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Al Taawoun Club Stadium
• Date: Tuesday, May 20
• Kick-off Time: 21:50 IST/ 16:20 GMT/ 11:20 ET/ 08:20 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

We’re back to work 💪❤️#Riyadh#RiyadhRoshn pic.twitter.com/6CRaSha6zi

— Al-Riyadh Saudi Club (@Alriyadh_EN) May 17, 2025

Form:

Al Taawoun: L-W-L-L-D

Al Riyadh: L-D-L-W-L

Players to Watch

Musa Barrow (Al Taawoun)

The 26-year-old Gambian forward has scored 12 goals and also has a couple of assists to his name in 31 Saudi Pro League games this season. Musa Barrow is going to play an important role in the attacking front for his side.

Ibrahim Bayesh (Al Riyadh)

Ibrahim Bayesh has played an important role for Al Riyadh in the midfield and the attacking front. The 25-year-old midfielder has seven goal involvements in 32 league games this season. Al Riyadh will be looking to complete a double against their upcoming opponents, and Bayesh is going to be a big part of their plan.

Match Facts

• Al Taawoun are yet to win a match against Al Riyadh.
• They are winless in their last three games.
• Al Riyadh have won only one of their last five confrontations.

Al Taawoun vs Al Riyadh: Betting Tips and Odds

• Match to end in a draw @5/2 Unibet
• Musa Barrow to score @11/2 bet365
• Goals under 2.5 @1/1 bet365

Injury and Team News

Al Taawoun will be without the services of Awn Al Slaluli, Mailson and Rakan Al Tulayhi as they are injured.

All of the squad members for Al Riyadh are fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 3

Al Taawoun won: 0

Al Riyadh won: 2

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

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

Atiah (GK); Mahzari, Girotto, Al Ahmed, Rivas; Fajr, El Mahdioui; Mandash, Sabiri, Barrow; Martinez

Al Riyadh predicted lineup (4-4-1-1)

Borian (GK); Asiri, Lucas Kal, Barbet, Al Hawsawi; Selemani, Bin Zaydan, Toze, Bayesh; Mensah; Lega

Match Prediction

The previous match between the two sides this season was a close contest. The Al Taawoun vs Al Riyadh Saudi Pro League 2024-25 are likely to end as a draw.

Prediction: Al Taawoun 1-1 Al Riyadh

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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