Al Ahli vs Al Wehda: Prediction & Odds, Lineups, Head-to-Head & Telecast
Date, Kick-Off and Stadium
Date: SATURDAY, October 21, 2023
Kick-off time: 7:00 PM UK (11:30 PM IST)
Stadium: Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium
Al Ahli vs Al Wehda Match Preview
Al Ahli vs Al Wehda match will be played on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 11:30 pm at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium in Jeddah. Al Ahli is currently fifth in the league table with 17 points from nine games, while AI Wehda is eight with 13 points from the same number of games. AI Ahli have won four of their five home games this season, scoring nine goals and conceding three.
Al Wehda have won only one of their four away games, scoring five goals and conceding ten. Both the teams have scored 17 goals in total, but AI Wehda have conceded more (17) than (13). Al Ahli has some star players in their squad, such as Roberto Firmino, A. Saint-Maximin, and R. Mahrez. AI Wehda has Feras AI Brikan, who has scored six goals this season, and Haitham Asiri, who has four assists. Based on the statistics and other factors, some experts are predicting a home win for Al Ahli with a score of 3-0.
Also Read: Saudi Pro League: Al-Ahli – Club details, Top Players, History and Future Objectives
Al Ahli vs Al Wehda Head-To-Head and Key Stats
- Al Ahli and Al Wehda are currently ranked 5th and 8th, respectively, in the Saudi Professional League
- Al Ahli have scored 17 goals and conceded 13 goals in their 13 matches so far, while AI Wehda have scored 16 goals and conceded 15 goals in their 10 matches
- Al Ahli has won 4, drawn 3, and lost 3 of their 10 matches, while AI Wehda has won 3, drew 2, and lost 5 of their 10 matches.
- The top scorers for AI Ahli are Franck Kessie and Riyad Mahrez, who have scored 4 goals each, while the top scorer for AI Wehda is Odion Ighalo, who has scored 5 goals.
- AI Ahli and AI Wehda have played against each other 35 times in total, with AI Ahli winning 19 times, AI Wehda winning 9 times, and drawing 7 times
- Al Ahli has a higher average possession (54.8%) and passing accuracy (84.6%) than Al Wehda (49.9% and 80.4%, respectively) in the league this season.
- AI Ahli has a better disciplinary record than AI Wehda, receiving fewer yellow cards (23 vs 28) and red cards (1 vs 2) in the league this session.
Where To Watch Al Ahli vs Al Wehda
- For International viewers, the game will be telecast on Shahid TV.
- Viewers in Saudi Arabia and Middle East countries can watch live streaming on Shahid TV.
- In Europe, the game is available on DAZN for free of cost.
- Viewers in India can watch on Sony Sports Network.
Al-Ahli Team News
AI Ahli will hope to maintain their momentum after a win over AI Ittihad in the Jeddah derby, thanks to a late goal by Franck Kessie. The Ivory Coast midfielder has been in superb form for AI Ahli, scoring four goals in nine matches. He will be supported by Riyad and Allan Saint-Maximin, who have also impressed with their pace and creativity.
AI Ahli have no major injury concerns ahead of their clash with AI Wehda, but they might rotate some players to keep them fresh for the King’s Cup match against Abha. Matthias Jaisske’s side are currently third in the Saudi League, level on points with AI Itthiad and AI Nassar
Al Wehda Team News
AI Wehda is eight in the Saudi League, with 13 points from nine matches. Their last match was a 1-1 draw with AI Fayha on October 7. They will face Al-Ahli, who are third in the table, on October 21 at the King Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium.
O. Ighalo, the Nigeran forward, is the top scorer for AI-Wehda with five goals in seven matches. He joined the club from Manchester United in August 2023 and has been a prolific finisher. F. Fajr, the Moroccan midfielder, is the creative force for AI Wehda is the creative for AI Wehda with three goals and four assists in nine matches.
He is also the captain and the set piece specialist for the team. Saeed Al Muwallad, the Saudi defender, is the most experienced player for AI Wehda, with 32 years of age and 87 caps for the national team. He has scored one goal and provided two assists from the right-back position.
AI Wehda have no major injury concerns ahead of their clash with AI Ahli, but they might rotate some players to keep them fresh for the King’s Cup match against Al-Taawon on October 3. They will hope to improve their defensive record, as they conceded 14 goals in nine matches, the second-highest in the league.
Al Ahli vs Al Wehda Prediction
AI Ahli are the favorites to win this match, as they have a better record against AI Wehda in the past. They have won six out of the last seven matches between them. AI Ahli has also been in good form recently, winning their last match against AI Ittihad in the Jeddah derby with a late goal by Franck Kessie.
They have scored 17 goals, conceded 13 in nine matches, and are the third in the league table. AI Wehda has been inconsistent this season, drawing their last match against AI Fayfa and losing two of their previous matches. They have scored and conceded 17 goals in nine matches and are eight in the league table.
AI Ahli has a more potent attack and midfield than AI Wehda, with players like Riyad Mahrez, Allan Saint-Maximin, and Kessie. AI Wehda relies heavily on their striker Odion Ighalo, who has scored five goals in seven matches.
AI Ahli has a better defensive record than AI Wehda, who has conceded the second-highest number of goals in the league. AI Ahli have also kept four clean sheets in their five home matches. Therefore prediction is that AI Ahli will win this match by 3-0.
Al Ahli vs Al Wehda Betting Tips and Odds
Betting tips:
- Tip 1: Game to have expected goals- 3.5
- Tip 2: Al Ahli to score first-YES
- Tip 3: Al Wehda to score first: no
- Tip 4 results: Franck Kessie to score: yes
Odds:
- The best odds on Al Ahli are currently 1.50 by FOX Sports
- The best odds on Al Wehda are currently 5.00 by Oddspedia
- The best odds for the draw are currently 4.00 by Oddspedia
Probable Lineups for Al Ahli VS Al Wehda
Al Ahli’s probable starting line-up (4-2-3-1):
Al Owais (GK), Al Shahrani, Al Fatil, Al Bulaihi, Al Muwallad (DF), Kessie, Hussein (MF), Mahrez, Saint-Maximin, Al Soma (FW), Gomis (ST).
Al Wehda’s probable starting line-up (4-4-2):
Atiah (GK), Al Hafith, Bakshween, Al Muwallad, Al Bukhari (DF), Noor, Hejji, Fajr, Al Eisa (MF), Anselmo, Asiri (ST).
Key Players Battle For Al Ahli vs Al Wehda
Franck Kessie vs Faycal Fajr
- Franck Kessie has played 9 matches for AI Ahli, scored 4 goals, and provided 2 assists.
- The 26-year-old Ivorian midfielder is a powerhouse in the center of the park with his physicality, stamina, and skill.
- He scored the winner in the Jeddah derby against AI Ittihad and a stunning goal against A Nassr.
- Whereas Moroccan international Faycal Fajr is Al Wehda’s captain and playmaker. Faycal Fajr has played 9 matches, scored 3 goals, and assisted 4 more
- The 33-year-old veteran is the creative force for Al Wehda, with his vision, passing, and set pieces.
- He scored and assisted against Al-Fateh and also scored against Al-Hilal and Al-Shabab.