Al-Ahli will host Al-Ittihad in a Saudi Pro League match at the King Abdullah Stadium on Monday, April 1.
Al-Ahli vs Al-Ittihad: Betting Odds
Here is how bookies rate both teams' chances, according to the odds from our betting partner Megapari:
Al-Ahli - 2.26
Draw - 3.52
Al-Ittihad - 2.84
Al-Ahli: Current form and team news
Despite having the second most expensive squad in the Saudi Pro League, Al-Ahli stand third in the table. Unfortunately, the team has been unable to live up to the expectations of their fans, even with star players like Mahrez and Firmino. There is a 23-point gap between Al-Ahli and league leaders Al-Hilal. Al-Ahli only managed to win one of their last 5 home matches, and the absence of Gabri Veiga due to injury is unlikely to be a valid excuse for the team's poor performance.
Al-Ittihad: Current form and team news
Al-Ittihad, the current champion, had a tough time in the Asian Champions League, losing twice to Al-Hilal. However, they have been doing better in the Saudi Pro League, winning most of their games recently. They have climbed to fourth place and have a chance to move up to third place if they beat Al-Ahli, who are only two points ahead of them. Despite the team’s success, their star player, Karim Benzema, has been out of form lately. He hasn’t scored since December, missing a penalty in the previous match against Al-Feiha.
Al-Ahli vs Al-Ittihad: Facts to know
Al-Ahli have won only one of their last five home matches in the Saudi Pro League, with three draws and one defeat.
Al-Ittihad have scored in five consecutive away SPL matches.
Al Ahli have scored only two goals in their last five home matches in SPL.
Al-Ittihad have scored at least two goals in each of their last three league matches, winning all of them.
Al-Ahli vs Al-Ittihad: Head-to-head
In their last encounter, Al-Ahli beat Al-Ittihad 1-0. However, Al-Ittihad had a winning streak of 3 matches against Al-Ahli before that. Overall, both sides are evenly matched and have won 17 times against each other, with 11 draws.
Al-Ahli vs Al-Ittihad: Prediction and betting tips
Based on recent performances, Al-Ittihad seem to be in better shape compared to Al-Ahli. Besides, it's a good opportunity for Benzema to show his leadership qualities and score some goals.
Our betting tip: Al-Ittihad - Goals total over 1.5 (Megapari odds - 2.27)
