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Welcome to our Al Fayha vs Damac prediction for the Saudi Pro League fixture on January 17, 2026! If you’re a fan of football with a sprinkle of stats and a dash of betting tips, you’re in the right place. We’ll break down the teams, their recent form, tactical quirks, and what our AI expects to happen on the pitch — all with a friendly, expert touch.
Both Al Fayha and Damac are currently feeling the heat in the lower half of the league table. With Al Fayha sitting in 13th place on 12 points and Damac just beneath them on 9 points, this is more than just another league game — it’s a chance to step away from the relegation zone and build some much-needed momentum.
When it comes to head to head meetings, the ledger is remarkably balanced. The last encounter saw Al Fayha edge Damac 1.8, and over their last five meetings, both have one win apiece, with three draws. Historically, Damac holds a slight edge, but there’s no clear dominant force between these two.
Tactically, both managers have been under scrutiny. Al Fayha’s Pedro Emanuel has faced criticism for his side’s lack of attacking creativity, while Damac’s approach away from home has been equally uninspiring. Neither team is known for their defensive discipline, so while goals have been hard to come by, both teams scoring is always a possibility.
Now, let’s get nerdy with the numbers! Here’s what our AI and the bookmakers are saying about this Al Fayha vs Damac prediction:
Statistically, Al Fayha are expected to dominate possession (56% vs 44%) and take more shots (12 to Damac’s 8), but the quality of those attempts may be lacking. The AI predicts Al Fayha will hit the target four times, Damac only once, and the corners tally will likely end at 5-3. One fun fact: Al Fayha tends to score most of their goals between the 61st and 75th minute, so don’t tune out in the second half!
In terms of market value, both squads are neck-and-neck (Al Fayha at €15.20m, Damac at €15.40m), which mirrors their closely-matched recent form and head to head record. The expected halftime score is 0:1, but don’t be surprised if the hosts rally late.
Here’s the bottom line for our Al Fayha vs Damac prediction: Expect a tense, scrappy affair with neither side pulling away. Our AI sees a 1:1 draw as the most likely outcome, with under 2.5 goals offering the best value for punters. If you’re feeling adventurous, backing Damac to get something from the game (X2) might be worth a flutter.
So, mark your calendars for January 17th and get ready for a match that might not be a goal-fest, but promises plenty of drama in the battle for vital league points. Stay tuned to NerdyTips for more Saudi Pro League betting tips and predictions!
Welcome to our Al Fayha vs Damac prediction for the Saudi Pro League fixture on January 17, 2026! If you’re a fan of football with a sprinkle of stats and a dash of betting tips, you’re in the right place. We’ll break down the teams, their recent form, tactical quirks, and what our AI expects to happen on the pitch — all with a friendly, expert touch.
Both Al Fayha and Damac are currently feeling the heat in the lower half of the league table. With Al Fayha sitting in 13th place on 12 points and Damac just beneath them on 9 points, this is more than just another league game — it’s a chance to step away from the relegation zone and build some much-needed momentum.
When it comes to head to head meetings, the ledger is remarkably balanced. The last encounter saw Al Fayha edge Damac 1.8, and over their last five meetings, both have one win apiece, with three draws. Historically, Damac holds a slight edge, but there’s no clear dominant force between these two.
Tactically, both managers have been under scrutiny. Al Fayha’s Pedro Emanuel has faced criticism for his side’s lack of attacking creativity, while Damac’s approach away from home has been equally uninspiring. Neither team is known for their defensive discipline, so while goals have been hard to come by, both teams scoring is always a possibility.
Now, let’s get nerdy with the numbers! Here’s what our AI and the bookmakers are saying about this Al Fayha vs Damac prediction:
Statistically, Al Fayha are expected to dominate possession (56% vs 44%) and take more shots (12 to Damac’s 8), but the quality of those attempts may be lacking. The AI predicts Al Fayha will hit the target four times, Damac only once, and the corners tally will likely end at 5-3. One fun fact: Al Fayha tends to score most of their goals between the 61st and 75th minute, so don’t tune out in the second half!
In terms of market value, both squads are neck-and-neck (Al Fayha at €15.20m, Damac at €15.40m), which mirrors their closely-matched recent form and head to head record. The expected halftime score is 0:1, but don’t be surprised if the hosts rally late.
Here’s the bottom line for our Al Fayha vs Damac prediction: Expect a tense, scrappy affair with neither side pulling away. Our AI sees a 1:1 draw as the most likely outcome, with under 2.5 goals offering the best value for punters. If you’re feeling adventurous, backing Damac to get something from the game (X2) might be worth a flutter.
So, mark your calendars for January 17th and get ready for a match that might not be a goal-fest, but promises plenty of drama in the battle for vital league points. Stay tuned to NerdyTips for more Saudi Pro League betting tips and predictions!
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U2.5 -182
No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -182X2 107
Damac to win or drawUnder 2.5 -182
No more than 2 goals will be scored in the matchYes 127
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&U4.5 126
Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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Al Fayha |
02-May-25
2:1
| Damac ![]() |
Damac |
05-Dec-24
2:2
| Al Fayha ![]() |
Damac |
17-May-24
1:1
| Al Fayha ![]() |
Al Fayha |
01-Dec-23
2:4
| Damac ![]() |
Damac |
10-Feb-23
1:1
| Al Fayha ![]() |
Al Fayha |
25-Aug-22
0:1
| Damac ![]() |
Al Fayha |
23-May-22
0:0
| Damac ![]() |
Damac |
20-Nov-21
1:0
| Al Fayha ![]() |
Al Fayha |
20-Aug-20
0:0
| Damac ![]() |
| 13 Mar |
Al Fayha
| - |
Al Ettifaq
| - | |
| 07 Mar | W |
Al Okhdood
| 0 |
Al Fayha
| 5 |
| 28 Feb | L |
Al Fayha
| 1 |
Al Nassr
| 3 |
| 25 Feb | D |
Al Fayha
| 1 |
Neom SC
| 1 |
| 20 Feb | W |
Al Taawon
| 2 |
Al Fayha
| 3 |
| 13 Feb | L |
Al Ittihad
| 2 |
Al Fayha
| 1 |
| 05 Feb | W |
Al Fayha
| 3 |
Al Najma
| 0 |
| 01 Feb | L |
Al Shabab
| 1 |
Al Fayha
| 0 |
| 28 Jan | W |
Al Fayha
| 3 |
Al Khaleej
| 1 |
| 25 Jan | W |
Al Fayha
| 2 |
Al Fateh
| 0 |
| 12 Mar | Al Najma |
- | Damac |
- | |
| 05 Mar | W | Damac |
3 | Al Riyadh |
0 |
| 26 Feb | D | Al Fateh |
1 | Damac |
1 |
| 23 Feb | L | Damac |
0 | Al Ahli SC |
1 |
| 20 Feb | L | Damac |
1 | Al Shabab |
3 |
| 12 Feb | W | Damac |
2 | Al Taawon |
1 |
| 06 Feb | L | Al Ettifaq |
2 | Damac |
0 |
| 03 Feb | D | Damac |
0 | Al Kholood |
0 |
| 30 Jan | L | Neom SC |
3 | Damac |
0 |
| 26 Jan | L | Al Hazem |
2 | Damac |
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Saudi-Arabia - Pro League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Al-Nassr | 25 | 66-19 | 64 |
| 2 |
Al-Ahli Jeddah | 25 | 49-16 | 62 |
| 3 |
Al-Hilal Saudi | 25 | 66-23 | 61 |
| 4 |
Al-Qadisiyah | 25 | 59-23 | 57 |
| 5 |
Al Taawon | 25 | 45-31 | 44 |
| 6 |
Al-Ittihad FC | 25 | 40-31 | 42 |
| 7 |
Al-Ettifaq | 25 | 36-43 | 39 |
| 8 |
NEOM | 25 | 29-34 | 32 |
| 9 |
Al Khaleej | 25 | 44-39 | 30 |
| 10 |
Al-Fayha | 25 | 33-41 | 30 |
| 11 |
Al-Fateh | 25 | 34-46 | 28 |
| 12 |
Al-Hazm | 25 | 27-46 | 28 |
| 13 |
Al Shabab | 25 | 31-39 | 26 |
| 14 |
Al Kholood | 25 | 33-46 | 25 |
| 15 |
Damac | 25 | 21-41 | 19 |
| 16 |
Al Riyadh | 25 | 22-48 | 16 |
| 17 |
Al Okhdood | 25 | 22-55 | 13 |
| 18 |
Al Najma | 25 | 22-58 | 8 |