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Al Fateh vs Abha Prediction & Odds, Lineups, Head to Head & Telecast

The game between Al Fateh and Abha is going to take place on 20 October, 2023 at 11:30 PM IST. The other major highlights of the match are as follows:

Date, Kick-Off and Stadium

  • Date: Friday, 20 October, 2023
  • Kick-off time: 7:00 PM UK (11:30 PM IST)
  • Stadium: Prince Abdullah Bin Jalawi Stadium

Al-Fateh vs Abha Match Preview

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The encounters between Abha and Al Fateh had always been close ones. Al Fateh is standing at the 6th spot with a total of 17 points in its account. Abha is currently standing at the 15th spot in the points table with 7 points in its account in a total of 9 matches.

The key players to be focussed upon in the coming match comprise Abha’s Forward Karl Toko Ekambi, who is fighting hard to improve the standings of their team. Al Fateh will rely on their star striker Djaniny, who will lead the attacking line-up of his team.

He along with forward players such as – Cristian Tello and Lucas Zelarayán is expected to penetrate the strong defense lineup of Abha and to strengthen their standings in the league table further to become one of the top 5 teams in the tournament.

Also Read: Abha FC Players: The Club’s Goalkeepers, Defenders, Midfielders, Forwards and Coaches

Al-Fateh vs Abha Head-to-Head and Key Stats

The match between Abha and Al Fateh is one of the greatest rivalries one could ever witness in the history of the Saudi Pro League. Till date around 11 matches have been played between Abha and Al Fateh, out of which Abha had won 4 matches, while Al Fateh had won 5 of them, and the remaining 2 matches ended in a draw. During the last match played between the two teams on 10th March 2023, the match ended up in a draw with a scoreline of 2-2.

Where to Watch Al-Fateh vs Abha

  • For International viewers, the game between Al Fateh vs Abha 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.

Abha Team News

  • Abha has as usual begun to show a bad performance in the league from its very beginning by winning only 2 matches out of 9 and is currently sitting at the 15th spot in the league.
  • During the 2023-24 season, the club has made its quite extremely strong by signing legendary players such as Karl Toko Ekambi, François Kamano, and Saad Bguir.
  • Apart from this, the club has also included the star defender Fabián Noguera from Argentina with an aim to make their defense lineup equally stronger.
  • Finally, the attacking strategies and mindset of the newly assigned goalkeeping coach Pawel Primel, have further increased the efficiency of the team as a whole.

Al Fateh Team News

  • Al Fateh had shown an outstanding performance in the league for the 2023-24 season. Out of the 9 matches played, the team won 5 of them and is currently residing at the 6th spot in the points table with a total of 17 points in its account.
  • The recent signing of the star midfielder Lucas Zelarayán, Djaniny as a Centre-Forward, and Mohammed Al-Fuhaid as a Centre-Forward has further strengthened the team’s offensive lineup.
  • Apart from that the presence of the legendary midfielder Lucas Zelarayán, in the team would inspire the other team members to play in an attacking mode throughout the tournament.
  • Finally, the most positive aspect for the team has been an injuryless lineup from the previous matches, which shall help the team to play with 100% efficiency in the coming matches.

Al-Fateh vs Abha Prediction

Based on the current forms of both teams, the match is expected to be quite a one-sided match. However, the major deciding factor between both teams will be their defense lineup. Due to the attacking line-up of Al Fateh, the team is expected to have a stronghold as compared to its rival Abha. Now, it is completely in the hands of the defensive and counter-attacking strategies of the Abha which could ensure their victory in the coming match.

Prediction: Al Fateh 3 – 0 Abha

Al-Fateh vs Abha Betting Tips and Odds

Betting tips :

  • Tip 1 : Total goals in the match – 3
  • Tip 2 : Abha to score – 0
  • Tip 3 : Al Fateh to score – 3
  • Tip 4 : Result – Al Fateh wins

Odds:

  • The best odds on Al Fateh are currently 5.1 as per 1xbet
  • The best odds on Abha are currently 1.45 as per Vbet
  • The best odds on a draw are currently 2.85 as per Shangrila

Probable Lineups for Al-Fateh vs Abha

Abha’s possible starting lineup:

Devis Epassy; Fabián Noguera, Ziyad Al-Sahafi, Mohammed Al-Kunaydiri, Grzegorz Krychowiak; Saad Bguir, François Kamano, Karl Toko Ekambi, Hassan Al-Ali; Zakaria Al-Sudani, Ahmed Abdu

Al Fateh’s possible starting lineup:

Jacob Rinne; Jason Denayer,Marwane Saadane, Salem Al-Najdi, Ali Al-Zubaidi; Petros, Sofiane Bendebka, Lucas Zelarayán, Cristian Tello; Mourad Batna, and Djaniny

Key Players Battle for Al-Fateh vs Abha

  • One of the major battles to be witnessed will be between Karl Toko Ekambi and Lucas Zelarayán.
  • Both the players are the key strikers of their teams and are expected to score high in the coming match between the two teams.
  • The second battle will be between the star defenders Grzegorz Krychowiak and Jason Denayer.
  • Luiz Grzegorz Krychowiak has the ability to break the defensive lineup of the team through his creative passes, pace, and counterattacks.
  • Jason Denayer can easily create fruitful chances for his team in the coming matches with his awesome shooting skills and creative passes and crosses.