The Matchday 19 clash in the Saudi Pro League between Al-Ahli and Al-Fateh will take place on February 7 at the Prince Abdullah al-Faisal Stadium in Jeddah. Al-Ahli vs. Al-Fateh: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Al-Ahli
In their previous match, Al-Ahli secured a 2-1 victory at home against Al-Shabab. This victory extended their unbeaten run in the league to five matches (3 wins, 2 draws). Al-Ahli has shown strong form at home, having won four of their last five home games in the Pro League. The team is currently in third place in the standings, just three points behind the leaders, Al-Nassr.
- Al-Ahli has not lost in regular time in their last 7 home matches in the Pro League (5 wins, 2 draws).
- The team has scored at least two goals in 6 of their last 8 home games in the league.
- Al-Ahli has kept a clean sheet in 3 of their last 5 home matches.
Al-Fateh
Al-Fateh comes into this match after a 0-0 draw away against Al-Ittihad. This result means they have now gone three matches without a win in the Pro League (2 draws, 1 loss). Al-Fateh has struggled on the road, managing just one win in their last five away games. They are currently in ninth place in the standings, six points off the top four.
- Al-Fateh has not won in regular time in their last 4 away matches in the Pro League (2 draws, 2 losses).
- No more than two goals have been scored in 90 minutes in 5 of Al-Fateh's last 7 away games in the league.
- Al-Fateh has failed to score in 3 of their last 5 away matches.
Al-Ahli vs. Al-Fateh: Match Prediction
Al-Ahli has been in excellent form at home and will look to capitalize on Al-Fateh's struggles on the road. The hosts have been solid defensively and have shown the ability to score goals consistently at home. Meanwhile, Al-Fateh has found it difficult to find the net away from home and has been vulnerable defensively.
Considering the current form and statistics, I expect Al-Ahli to secure a victory in this encounter. My prediction: Al-Ahli to win
