Preview: Damac vs Al Ahli Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26
These two teams are fighting at opposite ends of the league table.
Prince Sultan Stadium in Abha gears up to host the Matchweek 23 fixture of the Saudi Pro League, where reigning Asian champions Al Ahli Saudi take on Damac.
Damac are languishing in the relegation zone. They desperately need a win to climb higher in the points table and keep their survival hopes alive.
They are coming after a win over Al Taawoun. They are led by Romanian gaffer Cosmin Contra, who has previously led Al Ittihad in the SPL.
Al Ahli are level on 53 points with table toppers Al Hilal. They have won four out of five games recently and are coming after a win over Al Najma.
They are led by German gaffer Matthias Jaissle, who has led teams like RB Salzburg and FC Liefering before making a move to the Gulf.
Kick-off:
- Location: Abha, Saudi Arabia
- Stadium: Prince Sultan Stadium
- Date: Tuesday, February 24
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 a.m. IST
- Referee: TBD
- VAR: In use
Players to Watch
Jamal Harkass (Damac)
The Moroccan centre back has plied his trade with teams like Wydad AC and Raja CA before joining Damac in the Saudi Pro League. He has been a dominating presence in the back for Damac and would be looking forward to keeping the opposition strikers at bay in the upcoming game.
Atangana (Al Ahli)
The French midfielder has played for Reims before making a move to his current team in 2025. He scored a goal in the last game against Al Najma and will be looking forward to continuing his goal-scoring streak. In 14 games, he has scored thrice and would be raring to go all guns blazing in the next game.
Match Facts
- Emilio Zelaya is the leading goalscorer in this fixture.
- The last meeting between these sides ended in favour of Al Ahli.
- Damac last defeated Al Ahli back in 2021.
Damac vs Al Ahli Saudi: Betting Tips and Odds
- Al Ahli to win – 7/2 with bet365
- Ivan Toney to score – 4/6 with bet365
- Damac 1-4 Al Ahli Saudi -18/1 with bet365
Injury and Team News
The home team have no injury concerns for the next game.
For the visitors, Merih Demiral seems doubtful for the next game after picking up a hamstring injury.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 12
Al Ahli won: 6
Al Ettifaq won: 3
Draws: 3
Predicted Lineups
Damac predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Kewin (GK); Hawsawi, Harkass, Bedrane, Al Anazi; Sharahili, Abdu, Vada, Meite; Arielson, Al Qahtani
Al Ahli predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Mendy (GK); Majrashi, Hamed, Ibanez, Al Hawsawi; Mahrez, Kessie, Atangana, Galeno; Toney, Saleh
Match Prediction
Al Ahli have this habit of winning big, and they are in sublime form so far. They will look forward to grabbing a big win at Abha and improving their goal difference as well.
Prediction: Damac 1-4 Al Ahli Saudi
Telecast Details
India: Fancode
UK: DAZN UK
USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes
Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV
When and where is the Damac vs Al Ahli Saudi Pro League 2025-26 match?
Tuesday, February 24, at the Prince Sultan Stadium in Abha, Saudi Arabia. Kick-off is scheduled for 12:30 a.m. IST.
Where and how to watch Saudi Pro League 2025-26 in the UK?
People can tune into DAZN UK to watch the matches live.
Where and how to watch the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 in India?
FanCode can be used to watch all the matches live.
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