Al-Ittihad FC vs Abha FC
Stadium: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium
10.11.2023, 21:00
The upcoming 13th round of the Saudi Pro League promises an intriguing clash as Al-Ittihad prepares to face Abha FC at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium. Al-Ittihad has faced challenges in their recent games, leading to the dismissal of their manager, Nuno Espirito. In contrast, Abha has surprisingly secured two consecutive league victories. Despite internal conflicts and issues, Al-Ittihad is deemed the stronger team, and our expectations lean towards a victory for them. Here are some expert tips to enhance your anticipation for the forthcoming football showdown.
Al-Ittihad FC (6th)
Form: LDDLD
Al-Ittihad has exhibited commendable performance in the ongoing league season, but a recent dip in form, possibly due to internal conflicts leading to the dismissal of manager Nuno Espirito, has impacted their results. They are currently without a win in their last five league games, comprising three draws and two defeats. Their most recent league game against Al-Shabab concluded in a 1-0 loss. As they gear up to face Abha, Al-Ittihad is resolute in reigniting their fighting spirit and returning to the path of victory.
Al-Ittihad's season began on a positive note, boasting a remarkable overall league record of six wins, 4 draws, and three losses from their 12 games. Abderazak Hamdallah and Benzema lead the team in goal-scoring with five goals each this season.
Abha (13th)
Form: WWLDL
Abha's performance in the ongoing season has been marked by inconsistency and a string of challenges. However, they have recently shown an improvement with victories in their last two league games. Their most recent encounter against Al-Akhdoud resulted in a 3-2 victory, and they aim to replicate this success in the upcoming match against Al-Ittihad on Friday. In the current season, Abha has secured four wins, faced seven losses, and attained one draw in the 12 league games they have contested.
Head-To-Head Statistics
A critical look at the last 9 encounters between them produced, 6 wins for Ittihad and 3 wins for Abha.
Betting Stats
| Teams | Matches won | Both teams scored | Over 1.5 goals | Over 2.5 goals |
| Al-Ittihad FC | 6/12 | 4/12 | 8/12 | 6/12 |
| Abha FC | 4/12 | 7/12 | 8/12 | 8/12 |
Expert Betting Tips
Al-Ittihad must be disappointed with their recent performance, enduring a winless streak in their last 5 league games. The absence of a manager at this point may pose a challenge for Al-Ittihad, but we maintain the belief that they are the favorites for victory due to their overall strength. Opting for a win or draw and a total of over 2.5 goals for Al-Ittihad stands as a favorable betting option.
We also predict that both teams will score in this match, offering odds of 1.81, and anticipate goals to be scored in both halves of the game.