Al Ittihad will host Al Ahli in the city derby of Jeddah in Saudi Pro League on Thursday, 30 October.
Will Al Ittihad take advantage of playing at home to keep their good form going or will Al Ahli surprise them? Read our Al Ittihad vs Al Ahli prediction and preview to find that out and learn more about the game.
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Al Ittihad vs Al Ahli prediction: Hosts to win with both teams scoring
Key Stats
- Al Ahli have just one win in their last four matches in the Saudi Pro League.
- Four of the previous six meetings between Al Ittihad and Al Ahli have gone under 2.5 total goals.
- Al Ittihad have gone under 2.5 total goals in their last two matches in the league.
Correct score prediction: Al Ittihad 2-0 Al Ahli
Despite their loss to the seemingly invincible Al Hilal in the last round, Al Ittihad have started the season well and we can see them continuing their fine form against Al Wehda, who have struggled in the first few rounds in the Saudi Pro League.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Al Ittihad favoured to win
- HOME: 6/5 (2.20) – 45.50%
- DRAW: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.30%
- AWAY: 9/5 (2.80) – 35.70%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Looking at these Al Ittihad vs Al Ahli odds, we can see that the hosts are the expected winners, but the guest aren't without a chance either, according to the bookies.
Still, it's understandable why Al Ittihad are the favourites to win this game based on their performances in the league this season, in addition to them being the home team.
If you liked our predictions for it, make sure to also check out some of our favourite betting tips for today too.
Most recent H2Hs: A tied matchup lately
Both Al Ittihad and Al Ahli have notched two wins in their last five meetings, along with one draw. When it comes to their overall H2H record, Al Ahli have a small advantage over Al Ittihad: 17-9-14.
Saudi Arabia Pro League 01/04/24
Al Ahli Jeddah
Al Ittihad Jeddah
Saudi Arabia Pro League 06/10/23
Al Ittihad Jeddah
Al Ahli Jeddah
Saudi Arabia Pro League 26/02/22
Al Ahli Jeddah
Al Ittihad Jeddah
Saudi Arabia Pro League 01/10/21
Al Ittihad Jeddah
Al Ahli Jeddah
Saudi Arabia Pro League 11/02/21
Al Ahli Jeddah
Al Ittihad Jeddah
Al Ittihad preview: Can they keep the pressure in the title race?
With eight wins in nine games in the Saudi Pro League, Al Ittihad have clearly been in fantastic form since the start of the season. Their only loss came against Al Hilal, the defending champions and the only team that still has all wins this season in the league. With the exception of their early exit from King Cup, it's been a pretty good season for Al Ittihad so far.
Meanwhile, Danilo Pereira, Ahmed Mohammed Sharahili, and Luiz Felipe are out with injuries at the moment.
Predicted lineup: Rajkovic (GK), Al Amri, Al-Mousa, Shanqeeti, Mitaj, Fabinho, Kante, Diaby, Aouar, Bergwijn & Benzema
Saudi Arabia Pro League 11/05/25
W
Al Fayha
0
Al Ittihad Jeddah
3
Saudi Arabia Pro League 07/05/25
W
Al-Nassr Riyadh
2
Al Ittihad Jeddah
3
Saudi Arabia Pro League 21/04/25
W
Al Ittifaq Dammam
2
Al Ittihad Jeddah
3
Saudi Arabia Pro League 17/04/25
L
Al Fateh SC
2
Al Ittihad Jeddah
0
Saudi Arabia Pro League 10/04/25
W
Al Orubah
0
Al Ittihad Jeddah
2
Al Ahli preview: Hoping for an important win
While Al Ahli have been in good form lately when we take all competitions into account, winning three of their last five matches, they also have just one win in their last four games in the Saudi Pro League. Overall, they currently sit in eighth place in the standings with 11 points from eight games, so they'll have to improve their form drastically if they want to get involved in the race for the top.
When it comes to team news, Edouard Mendy is unlikely to play in this game, although he hasn't been officially ruled out yet.
Predicted lineup: Al-Sanbi (GK), Hamed, Alhurayji, Ibanez, Balobaid, Al Asmari, Kessie, Mahrez, Firmino, Veiga & Toney
Saudi Arabia Pro League 11/05/25
L
Al Shabab Riyadh
3
Al Ahli Jeddah
1
Saudi Arabia Pro League 07/05/25
W
Al Taawon Buraidah
0
Al Ahli Jeddah
2
AFC Champions League Elite 03/05/25
W
Kawasaki Frontale
0
Al Ahli Jeddah
2
AFC Champions League Elite 29/04/25
W
Al Hilal Riyadh
1
Al Ahli Jeddah
3
AFC Champions League Elite 26/04/25
W
Buriram United
0
Al Ahli Jeddah
3
Player to watch: Karim Benzema
After struggling last season in Saudi Arabia, Benzema is looking like his old self this term and already has eight goals in the Saudi Pro League, contributing to his team's success so far.
Benzema hoping for his ninth goal of the season in the league – Photo by Imago