The Matchday 7 clash in the Saudi Pro League between Al-Ettifaq and Al-Hazm will take place on October 31 at Abdullah Al-Dabil Stadium in Dammam. Al-Ettifaq vs. Al-Hazm: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Predicted lineups for Al-Ettifaq vs. Al-Hazm
Al-Ettifaq (4-4-2): Victor – Saad Al-Harthi, Ahmed Al-Ghamdi, Mohammed Al-Kuwaykibi, Fahad Al-Muwallad – Ali Hazazi, Ibrahim Mahnashi, Khalid Al-Ghannam, Ali Al-Zaqan – Robin Quaison, Moussa Marega.
Al-Hazm (4-3-3): Abdulaziz Al-Dosari – Abdullah Al-Shammeri, Mohammed Al-Mousa, Ali Al-Zaqan, Fahad Al-Rashidi – Fahad Al-Jumeah, Khaled Al-Dosari, Abdulrahman Al-Dosari – Carlos Strandberg, Mohammed Al-Saiari, Fahad Al-Muwallad.
Al-Ettifaq
Al-Ettifaq has shown mixed form this season, struggling to find consistency. They have managed to secure points at home, but their away performances have been less convincing. The team is keen to capitalize on home advantage and improve their standing in the league.
- The team has won 3 of their last 5 home matches in the Saudi Pro League.
- Al-Ettifaq has scored at least two goals in 4 of their last 6 home games.
- They have kept a clean sheet in 2 of their last 3 home matches.
Al-Hazm
Al-Hazm has struggled this season, particularly in away matches. They have found it difficult to secure points on the road and are eager to turn their fortunes around. The team needs to tighten up their defense to have a chance against Al-Ettifaq.
- The team has not won in their last 6 away matches in the Saudi Pro League (2 draws, 4 losses).
- Al-Hazm has conceded at least two goals in 5 of their last 7 away games.
- They have failed to score in 3 of their last 5 away matches.
Al-Ettifaq vs. Al-Hazm: Match Prediction
Al-Ettifaq has the upper hand playing at home, where they have been more successful. Al-Hazm's defensive struggles on the road further tilt the balance in favor of the hosts. Al-Ettifaq is expected to exploit Al-Hazm's vulnerabilities and secure a positive result.
Considering all factors, my prediction: Al-Ettifaq to win
