Saudi Pro League GW 6: Abha vs. Al-Ettifaq | Predictions | Top Players | Odds | LineUps
Jordan Henderson-led Al-Ettifaq side is all set to lock horns with an able Abha in the Saudi pro league round 6 match on Saturday at Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz stadium.
DATE, KICK-OFF AND STADIUM
Date: Saturday, 16th September 2023
Kick-off time: 1:00 PM UK (05:30 PM IST)
Stadium: Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Stadium
Abha vs. Al-Ettifaq Preview
Abha finished in twelfth place in the Saudi Pro League last season. The club has been a strong mid-table contender for the past three seasons. Abha lost their last encounter against Al-Tai. The club will look for a strong comeback against Al-Ettifaq.
Meanwhile, Al-Ettifaq acquired the seventh spot in the 2022–23 season of the Saudi Pro League and is currently ranked 5th in the Saudi Pro League standings. Al-Ettifaq defeated Damac in their previous game. The club would expect a massive victory against Abha.
Abha vs. Al-Ettifaq Head To Head
- During the last 15 meetings since 2005, Al-Ettifaq won 7 games, 6 wins in favor of Abha and 1 ended up as a draw.
- Moussa Dembele has bagged 3 goals in his last 5 appearances for Al-Ettifaq
- If we look at the team performances this season, Al-Ettifaq has scored 8 goals in their last five games, and Abha has managed to score only 4 goals.
Abha vs. Al-Ettifaq Where to Watch
- 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.
Abha Team News
- The hosts Abha are currently placed at number ten on the Saudi Pro League Table.
- Abha won 2 out of their 5 league matches and lost 3.
- Czeslaw Michniewicz’s led Abha scored in the second half to win both matches against Al-Raed and Al-Feiha.
- Cameroon star Karl Toko Ekambi is playing a major role for Abha FC.
- The club has no recent injuries.
Al-Ettifaq Team News
- Visitors Al-Ettifaq are currently 5th on the league table.
- Steven Gerard’s side looks promising this season, already securing three wins.
- Recent transfer news of young Everton forward Demarai Gray has caused a huge craze among fans.
- The club has no injuries as of now.
Abha vs. Al-Ettifaq Prediction
Everton forward Demarai Gray’s move to Al-Ettifaq may strengthen the entire lineup. Al-Ettifaq will look to climb up the league table with three points in their kitty.
Abha, with a few key players like Cameroon International’s K.Toko Ekambi, O.AI. Ruwalli, and Tunisian players, can be threats to Al-Ettifaq.
Prediction: Abha 1-2 Al-Ettifaq
Abha vs. Al-Ettifaq Betting Tips and Odds
Betting tips:
- Tip 1: Game to have expected goals– 3
- Tip 2: Al-Ettifaq to score first– yes
- Tip 3: Moussa Dembele to score: yes
- Tip 4 result: Al-Ettifaq to win
Odds:
- The best odds on Abha are currently 5.30 by CricBaba
- The best odds on Al-Ettifaq are currently 1.66 by BetWinner
- The best odds for a draw are currently 4.0 by PariMatch
Abha vs. Al-Ettifaq Probable Lineups
Abha Probable Starting Line-Up (4-4-2)
C.Tatarusanu (G.K), Al Qumayzi, F. Noguera, M. Naji, S. Alselouli, Matic, Sudani, G. Krychowiak, S.Bguir, Toko Ekambi, Abdo Jaber.
Al-Ettifaq Probable Starting Line-Up ( 4-1-4-1)
P.Victor (G.K), M.A Yousef, J.Hendry, A.AL-Khateeb, H.AL Shammari, A.Hazazi, M.Al Kuwaykibi, F.Al-Ghamadi, J.Henderson, R.Quaison, M. Dembele.
Probable Debut Appearance: Demarai gray
Top Players To Watch Out For
M. Dembele vs Toko Ekambi
- Moussa Dembele has played 5 matches and scored 3 goals. The 27-year-old striker will try to score against Abha FC.
- Recently signed Karl Toko-Ekambi scored his debut goal against Al-Feiha. The striker will attempt to score against Al-Ettifaq.
