Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Saudi-Arabia
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Welcome to our Al Ahli SC vs Al Ettifaq prediction, where we break down everything you need to know ahead of this much-anticipated Saudi Pro League fixture. Whether you’re here for the stats, the latest betting odds, or just want a friendly preview before kick-off on January 28, 2026, at Alinma Stadium, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into what makes this match tick, and why football fans everywhere are marking their calendars.
Al Ahli SC, sometimes simply called Al Ahli, are enjoying a purple patch this season. Sitting comfortably in either 2nd or 3rd place with 37 to 40 points, they’ve strung together five straight wins and haven’t tasted defeat at home yet. Their defense is as tight as a drum, conceding just 12 goals, while their attack—powered by the likes of Ivan Toney and Riyad Mahrez—has found the net 26 times. Their most recent outing? A breezy 3-0 win over NEOM SC that left fans purring.
Al Ettifaq, on the other hand, hold the 6th spot with 29 points. Their form is a bit more unpredictable—three wins, a draw, and a loss in their last five. Still, they’ve been road warriors lately, unbeaten in five away matches, and their 2-1 win at Al Kholood last time out shows they’re not to be underestimated. Their attack is lively, with 27 goals scored, but a leaky defense (26 conceded) keeps things interesting for the neutral.
Looking at the head to head stats, these two sides have been evenly matched in recent meetings. Over their last five showdowns, each team has notched a win, while three matches ended all square. Their most recent league meeting, back in September 2025, finished goalless. But don’t let that fool you—both sides have plenty of firepower to light up the scoreboard this time around.
Al Ahli SC will be missing Turkish defender Merih Demiral, sidelined with a hamstring injury, and midfield anchor Abdullah Otayf, out long-term with a ligament issue. A handful of squad members are also away on international duty, but with a squad value north of €170 million, depth is hardly a problem. Expect Ivan Toney, in red-hot form with seven goals in his last five, and Riyad Mahrez to lead the charge, supported by stars like Édouard Mendy and Franck Kessie.
Al Ettifaq’s hopes may rest on the shoulders of Georginio Wijnaldum—nine goals and three assists this season is no small feat—and Khalid Al-Ghannam, who’s chipped in with timely strikes. Moussa Dembélé’s experience up front could also prove vital. Their squad value is much lower, but they’ve shown they can punch above their weight, especially away from home.
Now, let’s get into the meat of our Al Ahli SC vs Al Ettifaq prediction. The betting odds tell a clear story: Al Ahli are strong favorites at 1.34 for a home win, while a draw sits at 5.65, and an Al Ettifaq upset would net you 8.5. Our AI model gives a trust score of 4.8/10 for the home win tip, so while it’s the most likely outcome, it’s not quite a nailed-on certainty—football loves a surprise, after all.
For those looking at total goals, the over 2.5 goals bet comes in at 1.57 odds, with a trust score of 3.3. The AI expects Al Ahli to score early and often, predicting a 3:0 final score and a 1:0 advantage at halftime. Ball possession is forecast at 57% in favor of the home team, and Al Ahli are expected to register 14 shots (six on target), compared to just six (three on target) for Al Ettifaq.
With squad values, recent form, and home advantage all stacking the deck in Al Ahli’s favor, our Al Ahli SC vs Al Ettifaq prediction is a confident home win, with a likely clean sheet to boot. But with Al Ettifaq’s recent away heroics, don’t rule out a few nervy moments along the way.
All signs point to Al Ahli extending their unbeaten home run, but as always, football has a way of keeping us on our toes. If you’re betting, the smart money is on the home side, but keep an eye on the total goals market for extra value. Enjoy the match—and may your predictions be as sharp as Ivan Toney’s finishing!
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Al Ahli SC is expected to win with odds of -2941 -294
Al Ahli SC is expected to win with odds of -294Over 2.5 -196
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchNo -103
At least one team is not expected to score1X&O1.5 -400
Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
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3:0
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9
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3
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5
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 Al Ettifaq |
12-Sep-25
0:0
| Al Ahli SC  |
| Al Ahli SC |
22-May-25
1:3
| Al Ettifaq |
| Al Ettifaq |
20-Jan-25
1:2
| Al Ahli SC |
| Al Ettifaq |
29-Mar-24
2:2
| Al Ahli SC |
| Al Ahli SC |
30-Sep-23
0:0
| Al Ettifaq |
| Al Ettifaq |
04-Mar-22
1:0
| Al Ahli SC |
| Al Ahli SC |
16-Oct-21
4:0
| Al Ettifaq |
| Al Ahli SC |
30-May-21
1:2
| Al Ettifaq |
| Al Ettifaq |
24-Jan-21
1:2
| Al Ahli SC |
| Al Ahli SC |
06-Feb-20
3:2
| Al Ettifaq |
Recent Matches of Al Ahli SC| 24 Jan | W |
Neom SC.
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0:3
| Al Ahli SC.
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| 20 Jan | W |
Al Ahli SC.
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4:1
| Al Khaleej.
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| 17 Jan | W |
Al Kholood.
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0:1
| Al Ahli SC.
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| 14 Jan | W |
Al Ahli SC.
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2:1
| Al Taawon.
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| 10 Jan | W |
Al Okhdood.
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0:1
| Al Ahli SC.
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| 02 Jan | W |
Al Ahli SC.
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3:2
| Al Nassr.
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| 30 Dec | W |
Al Ahli SC.
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2:0
| Al Fayha.
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| 26 Dec | L |
Al Fateh.
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2:1
| Al Ahli SC.
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| 22 Dec | W |
Al Shorta.
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0:5
| Al Ahli SC.
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| 28 Nov | D |
Al Ahli SC.
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3:3
| Al Qadisiya.
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Recent Matches of Al Ettifaq
| 24 Jan | W |  Al Kholood. |
1:2 |
Al Ettifaq. |
| 21 Jan | D | Al Ettifaq. |
0:0 |
Neom SC. |
| 16 Jan | W |  Al Ittihad. |
0:1 |
Al Ettifaq. |
| 12 Jan | L | Al Ettifaq. |
1:2 |
Al Khaleej. |
| 08 Jan | W |  Al Najma. |
3:4 |
Al Ettifaq. |
| 02 Jan | W | Al Ettifaq. |
2:0 |
Al Okhdood. |
| 30 Dec | D | Al Ettifaq. |
2:2 |
Al Nassr. |
| 25 Dec | W |  Al Riyadh. |
0:2 |
Al Ettifaq. |
| 22 Nov | W | Al Ettifaq. |
3:2 |
Al Fayha. |
| 08 Nov | D |  Al Shabab. |
1:1 |
Al Ettifaq. |
Saudi-Arabia - Pro League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Al-Hilal Saudi | 17 | 45-16 | 45 |
| 2 |
Al-Ahli Jeddah | 17 | 29-12 | 40 |
| 3 |
Al-Qadisiyah | 17 | 41-16 | 39 |
| 4 |
Al-Nassr | 16 | 44-18 | 37 |
| 5 |
Al Taawon | 16 | 35-19 | 35 |
| 6 |
Al-Ettifaq | 17 | 27-26 | 29 |
| 7 |
Al-Ittihad FC | 16 | 29-20 | 27 |
| 8 |
Al Khaleej | 17 | 37-27 | 25 |
| 9 |
NEOM | 17 | 21-28 | 21 |
| 10 |
Al-Fateh | 17 | 22-31 | 21 |
| 11 |
Al-Hazm | 16 | 17-29 | 17 |
| 12 |
Al-Fayha | 17 | 16-31 | 17 |
| 13 |
Al Kholood | 17 | 25-32 | 15 |
| 14 |
Al Shabab | 17 | 14-25 | 13 |
| 15 |
Damac | 16 | 13-28 | 11 |
| 16 |
Al Riyadh | 17 | 17-37 | 11 |
| 17 |
Al Okhdood | 16 | 13-31 | 9 |
| 18 |
Al Najma | 17 | 17-36 | 4 |
