Al Fateh and Al Ettifaq will meet in the third round of the new Saudi Pro League season on Saturday, 14 August.
Will the guests keep their winning streak alive or will Al Fateh end it? Read our Al Fateh vs Al Ettifaq prediction and preview to learn more about this match.
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Al Fateh vs Al Ettifaq predictions: Another win for the in-form guests
Key stats
- Al Fateh and Al Ettifaq have gone under 2.5 total goals in half of their last 10 meetings.
- So far in the league, Al Fateh have averaged 2.00 total goals per game, while Al Ettifaq have averaged 1.00 total goals per game.
- Al Ettifaq enter this game with two wins in two games to start the new season in the Saudi Pro League.
Correct score prediction: Al Fateh 0-1 Al Ettifaq
While Al Fateh have beaten Al Ettifaq five times in a row, we see a different outcome this Saturday since the guests are in better form and they are the better team on paper. Still, we expect a close game and Al Ettifaq to notch a minimal win.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Al Ettifaq the more likely winners
- HOME: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.60%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.60%
- AWAY: 21/20 (2.05) – 48.80%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It is clear from these Al Fateh vs Al Ettifaq odds that the bookies see the guests as the expected winners, which is understandable given their current form and the fact that they're the better team on paper.
That being said, Al Fateh have been the better team in the recent H2H duels with Al Ettifaq and they enter this game after a win over Al Ahli at home, so this should be a very interesting and close game.
In any case, if you're looking for more of our reliable picks, check out these betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: Complete domination by Al Fateh
In the last five meetings between Al Fateh and Al Ettifaq, Al Fateh have won each time, only conceding one goal in the process as well. Meanwhile, when it comes to their overall H2H record, things are a little bit closer: 13-8-8 in favour of Al Fateh.
Saudi Arabia Pro League 03/04/24
Al Fateh SC
Al Ittifaq Dammam
Saudi Arabia Pro League 05/10/23
Al Ittifaq Dammam
Al Fateh SC
Saudi Arabia Pro League 22/05/23
Al Ittifaq Dammam
Al Fateh SC
Saudi Arabia Pro League 12/01/23
Al Fateh SC
Al Ittifaq Dammam
Saudi Arabia Pro League 27/02/22
Al Fateh SC
Al Ittifaq Dammam
Al Fateh preview: Hoping for another big win
While Al Fateh started their season with a convincing 3-0 loss to Al Quadisiya in the first round, they followed that up with a surprising win at home against Al Ahli, one of the main candidates for the title. As a team without huge ambitions, Al Fateh will be gunning for a mid-table finish this season.
Predicted lineup: Szappanos (GK), Baattia, Saadane, Denayer, Al Julaydan, Al Mousa, Bendebka, Al Anazi, Zelarayan, Al Othman & Djaniny
Saudi Arabia Pro League 28/09/24
L
Al Akhdoud
4
Al Fateh SC
2
Saudi Arabia Cup 24/09/24
L
Al Jabalain
2
Al Fateh SC
0
Saudi Arabia Pro League 19/09/24
L
Al Orubah
1
Al Fateh SC
0
Saudi Arabia Pro League 14/09/24
L
Al Ittifaq Dammam
2
Al Fateh SC
1
Saudi Arabia Pro League 27/08/24
W
Al Ahli Jeddah
0
Al Fateh SC
1
Al Ettifaq preview: Hoping for a third win in a row
With two minimal wins in the first two rounds of the new Saudi Pro League season, Al Ettifaq have started the season well and currently sit in fourth place in the standings. They are one of the dark horses this season behind the main title candidates and Steven Gerrard's boys have a lot of reasons for optimism after the first two games.
Predicted lineup: Rodak (GK), Al Olayan, Madu, Khateeb, Al Otaibi, Medran, Wijnaldum, Fofana, Toko Ekambi, Vitinho & Dembele
Saudi Arabia Pro League 03/10/24
L
Al Raed
1
Al Ittifaq Dammam
0
Saudi Arabia Pro League 29/09/24
D
Al Taawon Buraidah
1
Al Ittifaq Dammam
1
Saudi Arabia Cup 23/09/24
W
Al Adalh
0
Al Ittifaq Dammam
2
Saudi Arabia Pro League 20/09/24
L
Al-Nassr Riyadh
3
Al Ittifaq Dammam
0
Saudi Arabia Pro League 14/09/24
W
Al Fateh SC
1
Al Ittifaq Dammam
2
Player to watch: Moussa Dembele
The former Lyon attacker has been with Al Ettifaq since last season, but he seems to be more settled now since Dembele has been great to start the new season, scoring the winner in both of Al Ettifaq's matches so far.
