Damac vs Al Hazem Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

The previous confrontation between these sides ended in a goalless draw.

Damac FC are ready to battle it out against Al Hazem in what is going to be the opening fixture of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. Dhamak Club Stadium is all set to witness an interesting contest between these clubs.

Damac FC at home will be keen to begin their new season on a positive note. They barely avoided relegation during the previous campaign as they finished 14th in the Saudi Pro League. They will be looking to use their home ground to their advantage.

Al Hazem have been promoted back to the Saudi Arabian top-flight football. Their performances in the Division 1 were good enough. However, they don’t have the best record against Damac.

The visitors will have to step up here. They will be looking to start their new season with a win, but it is not going to be an easy task.

Kick-off:

• Location: Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Dhamak Club Stadium
• Date: Thursday, August 28
• Kick-off Time: 09:35 p.m. IST/ 04:05 p.m. GMT/ 12:05 p.m. ET/ 09:05 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Players to Watch

Assan Ceesay (Damac)

The 31-year-old from Gambia will have an important role to play in the attacking front for Damac FC. Assan Ceesay mostly came in as a sub during the last season, but this season, he will most likely begin in the final third for his side. He will be looking to step up and help his side in the opening game.

Yousef Al Shammari (Al Hazem)

Yousef Al Shammari is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for his side. The visitors might come up with an attacking approach here. The 27-year-old forward from Saudi Arabia is going to be an important part of the plan for Al Hazem.

Match Facts

• Damac FC are unbeaten in their last two matches against Al Hazem.
• They have scored four goals in their last two games against Al Hazem.
• Al Hazem have only one of their last six matches against Damac.

Damac vs Al Hazem: Betting Tips and Odds

• Damac to win
• Assan Ceesay to score
• Goals under 3.5

Injury and Team News

All of the squad members for both these clubs are fit to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 14

Damac won: 8

Al Hazem won: 3

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Damac predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Nita (GK); Al Hawsawi, Chafaï, Bedrane, Al-Obaid; Hamed, Mohammed; Harisi, Al Mogren, Al Qahtani; Ceesay

Al Hazem predicted lineup (4-5-1)

Zaid (GK); Al Rashed, Al Absi, Al-Dakheel, Al-Azmi; Aldhuwayhi, Al Mutairi, Al Samtai, Al-Sayyali, Al-Habshi; Al Shammari

Match Prediction

These clubs are going to come up with an interesting contest between each other. Damac FC are likely to come out on top against Al Hazem in their opening game of the Saudi Pro League 2025-26.

Prediction: Damac 2-1 Al Hazem

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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