Al-Ittihad Jeddah vs Al Ahli Prediction & Betting Tips - Saudi Pro League

Prediction published on 05/10/2023, 00:18  by Kennedy Kechula | Modified on 06/10/2023 at 06:00 in Saudi Pro League Prediction

Al Ittihad will be at home on Friday against Al Ahli in round nine of the Saudi Pro League. The hosts arrive for the match sitting in second place on the table while Al Ahli are sixth. Al Ittihad have not lost any of their last five matches. They have won four times. This winning streak was however brought to an end last time out as they drew 0-0 away to Al Fayha. Despite not losing, the result was detrimental as it saw them lose their hold on top spot. Nuno Espirito Santo’s charges now sit a point behind leaders Al Hilal. The Tigers have not lost to Al Ahli in the last four meetings and have won three times. They won both home and away last season.

Al Ahli also played out a drub 0-0 draw last time out. Matthias Jaissle’s men were held at home by Al Ettifaq to continue their recent inconsistencies. The Classy were seen as one of the title favoruites this season due to their impressive recruitment. They however have tailed off in recent outings after an impressive start to the campaign where they won their opening four games. Al Ahli haven’t won in three of their last five matches and have lost twice. Both defeats have come while away from home and they have soaked in at least four goals in both. The visitors have recorded 16 points thanks to five wins and a draw.