Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Saudi-Arabia
Preview
Our Al Riyadh vs Al Ahli SC prediction looks at a classic Saudi Pro League mismatch. On Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 19:00 GMT, the league's third-place titans visit a relegation-threatened side fighting for every point. The setting is the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, where a fascinating tactical battle is promised.
Al Riyadh, sitting 15th, are in survival mode. Their recent managerial change, bringing in Brazilian Maurício Dulac, provided a brief bounce but inconsistency remains. Dulac faces a huge task: implementing a more attacking style while fixing a defense that has conceded 41 goals. They typically see little of the ball, averaging just 26.4% possession.
In stark contrast, Al Ahli are title contenders and fresh from AFC Champions League Elite glory. Under Matthias Jaissle, they are formidable, especially away from home where they have the league's best defensive record. Jaissle has warned his team not to underestimate a side with a new manager's 'positive shock.'
The head to head record favors Al Ahli, but their last meeting ended in a draw, proving Al Riyadh can be a stubborn obstacle.
The betting odds tell a clear story. Al Ahli are heavy favorites at 1.49 for an away win, while Al Riyadh are 8.50. A draw is priced at 4.90. Our AI has crunched the numbers, analyzing recent form, team stats, and historical data to go beyond the basic markets.
Our model's primary Al Riyadh vs Al Ahli SC prediction focuses on goals. Despite Al Ahli's strong defense, the dynamic suggests an open game. The AI identifies Over 2.5 Total Goals as the most valuable bet, with odds of 1.75 and a trust score of 3.4/10. This aligns with the expected high tempo and Al Ahli's attacking power against a leaky back line.
The predicted final score is 2-1, with Al Riyadh expected to lead 1-0 at half-time. This indicates a game where the underdog might start brightly before the favorites' quality shines through. Other projected stats build this picture:
For the 1X2 market, the AI calculates a very small chance for a home win (odds 8.5), but the data strongly points towards Al Ahli's superior firepower and momentum carrying the day.
This fixture pits desperation against ambition. Al Riyadh will fight for their lives, but Al Ahli's quality, especially in attack with Toney and Mahrez, should be decisive. The most compelling angle for bettors, based on our analysis, is expecting at least three goals in the match. Mark your calendar for 2024.92-26 at 19:00 GMT for what promises to be a compelling chapter in the Saudi Pro League season.
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O2.5 -133
At least 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -1331 750
Al Riyadh is expected to win with odds of 750Over 2.5 -133
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -109
Both teams are expected to score1X&O1.5 270
Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
1:0
2:1
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2
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1
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5
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 Al Ahli SC |
30-Oct-25
1:1
| Al Riyadh  |
| Al Riyadh |
26-May-25
0:1
| Al Ahli SC |
| Al Ahli SC |
26-Jan-25
5:0
| Al Riyadh |
| Al Riyadh |
25-Apr-24
2:1
| Al Ahli SC |
| Al Ahli SC |
05-Nov-23
3:0
| Al Riyadh |
| Al Ahli SC |
12-Mar-23
0:2
| Al Riyadh |
| Al Riyadh |
16-Oct-22
0:2
| Al Ahli SC |
| Al Ahli SC |
05-Jan-19
4:0
| Al Riyadh |
Recent Matches of Al Riyadh| 05 Mar |
Damac
| - |
Al Riyadh
| - | |
| 26 Feb | L |
Al Riyadh
| 0 |
Al Ahli SC
| 1 |
| 23 Feb | L |
Al Shabab
| 3 |
Al Riyadh
| 1 |
| 19 Feb | W |
Al Kholood
| 0 |
Al Riyadh
| 2 |
| 14 Feb | D |
Al Riyadh
| 1 |
Al Khaleej
| 1 |
| 06 Feb | L |
Neom SC
| 1 |
Al Riyadh
| 0 |
| 02 Feb | L |
Al Riyadh
| 0 |
Al Nassr
| 1 |
| 28 Jan | D |
Al Najma
| 1 |
Al Riyadh
| 1 |
| 25 Jan | D |
Al Riyadh
| 1 |
Al Hilal
| 1 |
| 21 Jan | D |
Al Okhdood
| 2 |
Al Riyadh
| 2 |
Recent Matches of Al Ahli SC
| 02 Mar |  Al-Duhail |
- | Al Ahli SC |
- | |
| 26 Feb | W | Al Riyadh |
0 | Al Ahli SC |
1 |
| 23 Feb | W |  Damac |
0 | Al Ahli SC |
1 |
| 19 Feb | W | Al Ahli SC |
4 |  Al Najma |
1 |
| 16 Feb | W | Al Ahli SC |
4 |  Shabab A |
3 |
| 13 Feb | W |  Al Shabab |
2 | Al Ahli SC |
5 |
| 09 Feb | D |  Al Wahda |
0 | Al Ahli SC |
0 |
| 05 Feb | W | Al Ahli SC |
2 |  Al Hazem |
0 |
| 02 Feb | D |  Al Hilal |
0 | Al Ahli SC |
0 |
| 28 Jan | W | Al Ahli SC |
4 |  Al Ettifaq |
0 |
Saudi-Arabia - Pro League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Al-Nassr | 24 | 65-19 | 61 |
| 2 |
Al-Ahli Jeddah | 24 | 46-15 | 59 |
| 3 |
Al-Hilal Saudi | 24 | 62-23 | 58 |
| 4 |
Al-Qadisiyah | 24 | 55-22 | 54 |
| 5 |
Al-Ittihad FC | 24 | 39-28 | 42 |
| 6 |
Al Taawon | 24 | 42-29 | 41 |
| 7 |
Al-Ettifaq | 24 | 35-42 | 38 |
| 8 |
NEOM | 24 | 29-33 | 32 |
| 9 |
Al-Fateh | 24 | 32-43 | 28 |
| 10 |
Al-Hazm | 24 | 26-44 | 28 |
| 11 |
Al Khaleej | 24 | 42-38 | 27 |
| 12 |
Al-Fayha | 24 | 28-41 | 27 |
| 13 |
Al Shabab | 24 | 30-38 | 25 |
| 14 |
Al Kholood | 24 | 32-42 | 25 |
| 15 |
Al Riyadh | 24 | 22-45 | 16 |
| 16 |
Damac | 24 | 18-41 | 16 |
| 17 |
Al Okhdood | 24 | 22-50 | 13 |
| 18 |
Al Najma | 24 | 22-54 | 8 |
