Al-Riyadh FC vs Al-Khaleej FC Prediction: Khaleej will not lose

In the upcoming 17th round of the Saudi Pro League, an exciting match is set to unfold at the Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Stadium as Al-Riyadh faces off against Al-Khaleej. Al-Riyadh suffered a defeat in their previous league game against Al-Nassr, while Al-Khaleej secured a victory against Abha. Expect a fiercely contested match, with both teams expected to score. To add to the thrill of the upcoming football showdown, here are some expert tips.

Form: LDWDL

Al-Riyadh has experienced a dip in their recent performance, with two losses, two draws, and a single win in their last five league games. Their latest encounter with Al-Nassr resulted in a disappointing 4-1 defeat, with Ronaldo scoring the opening goal in the first half and Talisca contributing with a brace. In the broader context of the season, Al-Riyadh holds a record of four wins, four draws, and eight losses from the 16 games they have played.

Form: WLLWL

Al-Khaleej continues to strive for a better position in the league, yet they are contending with fluctuations in their performances. In the recent league fixture against Abha, Al-Khaleej emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline, fueling their enthusiasm to build on this success as they gear up to face Al-Riyadh on Saturday. Over the course of the season, Al-Khaleej has secured four wins, endured four draws, and faced eight losses in the 16 matches they have participated in.

Despite both teams experiencing inconsistencies in the league this season, Al-Khaleej appears to be in better form than Al-Riyadh. In this upcoming encounter, we anticipate a victory or draw for Al-Khaleej. Our initial prediction favors Al-Khaleej for a win or draw, coupled with a total over 1.5 goals at 1.66 odds. Additionally, we foresee a goal from Riyadh and a potential total of over 2.5 goals in the match.