Al-Ahli vs. Al-Ettifaq Prediction, Odds, Tips, Telecast and Match Previews

Al-Ahli Saudi hosts Al-Ettifaq in a Professional Saudi Pro League game, which is certain to entertain all Football fans. The event will take place on 30/09/2023 as an end-of-the-month blockbuster.

DATE, KICK-OFF AND STADIUM

Date: SATURDAY, 30th September 2023

Kick-off time: 7:00 PM UK (11:30 PM IST)

Stadium: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium

AL-AHLI VS AL-ETTIFAQ PREVIEW

German coach Matthais Jaissle’s side Al-Ahli is all set to meet Steven Gerard’s al-Ettifaq. Al-Ahli only made it to the top tier of the Saudi pro league this season and is also fortunate to have been taken under the care of the Public Investment Firm (PIF) which is currently ruling the Saudi football scenario. Al-Ahli has acquired a star-studded group of marquee players from all over Europe. The likes of Riyadh Mahrez, Roberto Firmino, and Eduard Mendy along with the homegrown Saudi squad are ready to dazzle the stage in the Saturday night fixture against al-Ettifaq.

Meanwhile, a year ago, Al-Ettifaq FC was number 8 in the table with 9 points. Now they are number 4 with 16 points. Visitors Al-Ettifaq have won their last 5 matches out of 7 of the Saudi Pro League season 2023-2024, drawing one match and losing another to al-Hilal 2-0. Forwards Robin Quaison and Vinicius will combine their attacking skills and can prove to be a lethal threat to the red giants.

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AL-AHLI VS AL-ETTIFAQ HEAD-TO-HEAD AND KEY STATS

• Al Ahli vs. Al Ettifaq’s head-to-head record shows that of the 14 meetings they’ve had, Al-Ahli has won 9 times and Al-Ettifaq has won 5 times.
• 0 fixtures between Al-ahli and Al-Ettifaq have ended in a draw.
• Both teams have maintained an equal number of clean sheets a total of 14% in their past fixtures.
• In Saudi Pro League Al-ahli Fc has 4 successive home wins.
• Al Ettifaq has a winning streak of 3 matches in the Saudi Pro League.
• Al-ahli fc wins 13% of halftimes, Al-Ettifaq fc wins 21%
• The winner of their last meeting was Ettifaq FC who won 1-0.

WHERE TO WATCH AL-AHLI VS. AL-ETTIFAQ ON TV

• 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

Riyadh Mahrez has the most goals for Al-Ahli Saudi FC with 4. Al-ahli narrowly lost their latest fixture to Ronaldo’s al-Nassr 4-3 at the KSU football field. Al-ahli seems to be in top form scoring 16 goals in their past 7 matches, but Riyadh Mahrez’s side has also suffered significant blows against al Fateh losing 5-1, they also have the highest number of red cards i.e. 3 suspensions in 7 matches. All players are fit as of now and will face the king’s cup of championship round of 32 fixture against Al-Ain before Saturday’s fixture with al-Ettifaq.

AL-ETTIFAQ TEAM NEWS

Jordan Henderson is Al-Ettifaq FC’s biggest assister with four goals. It is not surprising that Steven Gerard’s squad won their Saudi pro league opening match against league giants Al-Nassr 2-1. Al-Ettifaq has won three consecutive matches before losing to al-Hilal having scored 15 matches in seven games.

French striker Moussa Dembele has scored 6 goals in 6 games for Al-Ettifaq and along with G.wijnaldum and M. Al Kuwaykibi managed to pip Jeddah FC in the king’s cup of Champions round of 32 matches and has now qualified for the next round. With a fresh victory on hand the commandos are ready to strike Al-Ahli with all might and reports suggest a fit squad at Steven Gerard’s disposal for Saturday’s extravaganza.

AL-AHLI VS AL-ETTIFAQ PREDICTION

Football fans around the globe will have their eyes glued to TVs and smartphones as another grand slam match is about to unfold on the last day of September in the Saudi Pro League round eights of the season. Reports suggest al-Ahli to win and will be the safer bet considering their recent form. Both teams possess great attacking prowess. One can expect a goal fest given the offensive capabilities on display and can be a test for the defense of both teams. Al-Ahli of course will be looking for a home win, on the other hand, al-Ettifaq will seek to improve their position and prove a worthy visiting team.

Prediction: AL-Ahli 2- 0 Al-Ettifaq

AL-AHLI VS AL-ETTIFAQ BETTING TIPS AND ODDS

Betting tips:

• Tip 1: Game to have expected goals- 2
• Tip 2: Al-Ahli to score first- yes
• Tip 3 results: Riyadh Mahrez to score- yes

Odds:

• The best odds on al-Ahli are currently 1.48 by STAKE
• The best odds on al-Ettifaq are currently 6.20 by BETWINNER
• The best odds on the draw are currently 4.72 by PINNACLE

PROBABLE LINEUPS FOR AL-AHLI VS. AL-ETTIFAQ

AL-AHLI probable starting line-up (4-2-3-1)

E.MENDY (G.K), S.YASLAM, R.IBANEZ, M.DEMIRAL, B.M ALHURAYJI, F.KESSIE, M.AL-MAJHAD, S.AL-NABIT, G.VIEGA, F.AL-BURAIKAN, R.FIRMINO.

AL-ETTIFAQ probable line-up: ( 4-3-3)

P.VICTOR (G.K), M.AYOUSEF, J.HENDRY, A.HAZAZI, A.AL-KHATEEB, G.WIJNALDUM, J.HENDERSON, H.AL-GHAMADI, A.AL-KUWAYKIBI, M.DEMBELE, R.QUAISON

KEY PLAYERS BATTLE FOR AL-AHLI VS AL-ETTIFAQ

RIYADH MAHREZ VS. ROBIN QUAISON

• Riyadh Mahrez has played 7 matches for Al-Ahli scored 3 goals, and made 4 assists.
• The 32-year-old ex-Manchester City forward can pull great passes beating the toughest defense lines and can himself be a speedy threat to Al-Ettifaq on Saturday.
• Whereas forward Robin Quaison has scored 3 goals in seven matches for the commandos proving a lethal threat to any rival defenses.
• Swedish international Quaison has started in every league match in the Saudi Pro League season 2023-2024 and has been playing for Al-Ettifaq since signing for the club in 2021.