The Saudi Pro League is back in action after the international break, with Al-Ittihad set to face a tough challenge from Al-Qadisiyah. Al-Ittihad, currently in second place, have had a strong start to the season, winning five out of their six games. Their only loss came against the current league leaders, Al Hilal. Key player Karim Benzema has been instrumental in their success, scoring seven goals so far.
On the other hand, Al-Qadisiyah has also been performing well, sitting in 6th place with 10 points from three wins, two losses, and one draw. The club has been impressive, especially considering this is their first season back in the Saudi Pro League. With Spanish manager MÃchel at the helm, they have been a force to reckon with.
The match between these two teams promises to be exciting, with both sides possessing the firepower to make an impact. The game will take place at the King Abdullah Sports City stadium on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 11:30 PM IST.
Players to watch out for include Karim Benzema for Al-Ittihad and Mohammed Aboulshamat for Al-Qadisiyah. Benzema’s goal-scoring ability and technical quality will be crucial for Al-Ittihad, while Aboulshamat’s defensive prowess will be tested against the likes of Benzema.
In their last encounter, the two teams played out a 1-1 draw. Al-Ittihad’s recent form has been impressive, with wins in most of their matches, while Al-Qadisiyah will be looking to bounce back from a loss in their previous game.
In terms of betting tips and odds, Al-Ittihad are the favorites to win, with odds of 1.64. Other tips include both teams to score and over 2.5 expected goals.
In terms of injuries and team news, Al-Ittihad will be missing Ahmed Sharahili, Ahmed Bamasud, and Luiz Felipe due to injuries, while Al-Qadisiyah will be without Ibrahim Mohannashi and Abdulaziz Al-Awairdhi.
Head-to-head, Al-Ittihad has the upper hand, winning 10 out of their 14 matches against Al-Qadisiyah. The predicted lineups for the match include Al-Ittihad in a 4-2-3-1 formation and Al-Qadisiyah in a 5-3-2 formation.
Overall, Al-Ittihad is expected to come out on top with a predicted scoreline of 2-1. The match will be telecast in India on Sony LIV and Sony Sports Network, in the UK on DAZN UK, in the US on fuboTV and FOX Deportes, and in Nigeria on StarTimes App and Sporty TV. For more updates, follow Khel Now on social media and download their app.