The Matchday 27 clash in the Saudi Pro League between Al-Shabab and Al-Kholood will take place on April 10 at the Al-Shabab Club Stadium. Al-Shabab vs. Al-Kholood: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Predicted lineups for Al-Shabab vs. Al-Kholood
Al-Shabab (4-3-3): Kim Seung-gyu – Fawaz Al-Qarni, Hassan Tambakti, Ahmed Sharahili, Moteb Al-Harbi – Ever Banega, Nasser Al-Dawsari, Hattan Bahebri – Carlos Junior, Odion Ighalo, Turki Al-Ammar.
Al-Kholood (4-4-2): Mohammed Al-Owais – Sultan Al-Ghannam, Mohammed Jahfali, Ali Al-Bulaihi, Yasser Al-Shahrani – Nawaf Al-Abed, Abdullah Otayf, Salman Al-Faraj, Salem Al-Dawsari – Saleh Al-Shehri, Firas Al-Buraikan.
Al-Shabab
In their last outing, Al-Shabab secured a 2-1 victory away against Al-Fateh. This win marked their third consecutive victory in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Shabab has been impressive offensively, scoring at least two goals in each of their last three matches. Currently, they sit in third place in the league standings, and a win in this match could see them close the gap on the top two.
- The team is unbeaten in their last 5 home matches in the Saudi Pro League (4 wins, 1 draw).
- Al-Shabab has scored at least two goals in each of their last 5 home league games.
- In 4 of their last 6 home matches, Al-Shabab has kept a clean sheet.
Al-Kholood
Al-Kholood comes into this match on the back of a 1-1 draw at home against Al-Batin. This result extended their winless run to four matches in the league (2 draws, 2 losses). Al-Kholood's struggles are evident, particularly in defense, having conceded in each of their last five matches. They are currently positioned in the lower half of the table, needing a win to steer clear of the relegation zone.
- The team has not won in their last 6 away matches in the Saudi Pro League (2 draws, 4 losses).
- Al-Kholood has conceded at least two goals in 4 of their last 5 away league games.
- Both teams scored in 4 of Al-Kholood's last 5 away matches.
Al-Shabab vs. Al-Kholood: Match Prediction
Al-Shabab has been in excellent form at home, showcasing a strong attacking display and solid defense. In contrast, Al-Kholood has struggled on the road, particularly in defense. Given the current form and home advantage, Al-Shabab is expected to dominate this encounter. My prediction: Al-Shabab to win
