Preview: Neom SC vs Al Ahli Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26
The Royals were the better side when these sides last met.
Neom SC are all set to battle it out against Al Ahli for their matchweek 18 contest of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This is going to be an entertaining outing, taking place at the King Khalid Sport City Stadium.
Neom Sports Club will be at home, but it is not going to make things any easier for them. They haven’t been able to perform well in their last few games and despite being at home, they will be under pressure. The hosts will be looking to return to winning ways, but the upcoming contest is going to be a tough outing for them.
Al Ahli are coming in after securing a dominating 4-1 win against Al Khaleej in their previous Saudi Pro League fixture. It was a top performance by them and they will be eager to continue their winning run. The Royals are in third place on the league table at the moment and a win in the upcoming game can get them close to the top spot.
Kick-off:
- Location: Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
- Stadium: King Khalid Sport City Stadium
- Date: Saturday, January 24
- Kick-off Time: 11:00 p.m. IST/ 05:30 p.m. GMT/ 12:30 p.m. ET/ 09:30 a.m. PT
- Referee: TBD
- VAR: In use
Form:
Neom SC: W-L-L-L-D
Al Ahli: W-W-W-W-W
Players to Watch
Saïd Benrahma (Neom SC)
Saïd Benrahma is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for Neom SC. In 14 Saudi Pro League appearances this season, he has seven goal involvements and he will be keen to add more to his tally. The 30-year-old is going to lead the attack from the left for the hosts.
Ivan Toney (Al Ahli)
The 29-year-old is coming in after scoring a sensational hat-trick in the previous league game against Al Khaleej. It was a top performance by the Englishman. Ivan Toney has scored 14 goals and has two assists in 15 league matches of the ongoing campaign. He is going to cause serious issues for the opponent’s defence.
Match Facts
- Al Ahli are on a six-match winning streak.
- Neom SC are winless in their last four attempts.
- The Royals are undefeated against the hosts.
Neom SC vs Al Ahli: Betting Tips and Odds
- Al Ahli to win @4/5 BetMGM
- Ivan Toney to score @1/1 Virgin Bet
- Goals under 3.5 @4/9 Ladbrokes
Injury and Team News
Neom SC will miss out on the services of Marcin Bulka as he is injured.
Merih Demiral is not going to be in action for Al Ahli due to his injury.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 2
Neom SC won: 0
Al Ahli won: 2
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
Neom SC predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)
Maximiano (GK); Al-Dawsari, Hegazi, Zeze, Hawsawi; Koné; Rodríguez, Al Hajji, Bouabré, Benrahma; Lacazette
Al Ahli predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Mendy (GK); Majrashi, Hamidou, Ibanez, Al Hawsawi; Mahrez, Atangana, Kessié, Galeno; Toney, Al-Brikan
Match Prediction
The hosts will be under pressure and the Royals will be looking to make use of the situation. Al Ahli are likely to come out on top and secure a win against Neom SC in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.
Prediction: Neom SC 1-2 Al Ahli
Telecast Details
India: Fancode
UK: DAZN UK
USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes
Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV
When and where is Neom SC vs Al Ahli Saudi Pro League match?
Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the King Khalid Sport City Stadium in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Kick-off is scheduled for 11:00 p.m. IST.
Where and how to watch Saudi Pro League live in India?
The FanCode app and website will feature live streaming of all matches.
Where and how to watch Saudi Pro League live in UK?
DAZN UK will stream all the games for the fans in the United Kingdom.
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