Al-Shabab FC vs Al-Ittihad FC Prediction: Al-Ittihad have recently dipped in form, but they will not lose this game

In the upcoming 12th round of the Saudi Pro League, an exciting match is set to unfold as Al-Shabab prepares to face Al-Ittihad FC at the Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Stadium. Al-Ittihad was held to a 2-2 draw by Al-Hazm in their last league game, while Shabab suffered a loss to Abha. We anticipate a win for Al-Ittihad and expect them to score a minimum of two goals in this game. Here, we provide thoughtfully crafted tips to enhance your anticipation for the upcoming football clash.

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Al-Shabab suffered a surprising defeat to Abha in their most recent league game, with the match ending in a 2-1 loss for Al-Shabab. They now aim to bounce back with a victory as they prepare to face Al-Ittihad on Friday. Their overall league record consists of three wins, three draws, and five losses from the 11 games they have contested, showcasing their resolve to enhance their position.

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Al-Ittihad has showcased commendable performance in the current league season, although they encountered a minor dip in form, evidenced by four consecutive winless league matches. In their most recent five fixtures across all competitions, they secured one win, played to three draws, and endured one loss. Their recent league showdown against Al-Hazm proved to be a challenging encounter, resulting in a 2-2 draw, with Benzema contributing a goal. As they prepare to face Al-Shabab, they are determined to rekindle their winning streak. Notably,

Al-Ittihad's season has begun on a positive note, boasting a remarkable overall league record of six wins, 4 draws, and two losses from their 11 games. Abderazak Hamdallah and Benzema lead the team in goal-scoring with five goals each this season.

A critical look at the last 8 games between them produced 5 wins for Ittihad, a win for Shabab, and 2 draws.

Both teams are currently in good form, but Al-Ittihad stands out as the stronger side in comparison to Shabab. We anticipate that both teams will score in this match, offering odds of 1.64, and we expect goals to be scored in both halves of the game, with odds at 1.69.

While Al-Ittihad began the season impressively but recently faced a dip in form, their upcoming match against Al-Shabab presents a valuable opportunity for Al-Ittihad to restore their confidence, especially considering the gap in competitiveness between the two teams. Therefore, our prediction leans towards a victory for Al-Ittihad at odds of 1.74.