The Matchday 2 clash in the Saudi Pro League between Al-Akhdoud and Al-Taawoun will take place on September 13 at the Prince Hathloul bin Abdulaziz Stadium in Najran. Al-Akhdoud vs. Al-Taawoun: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Referee: Not specified
Predicted lineups for Al-Akhdoud vs. Al-Taawoun
Al-Akhdoud (4-3-3): Goalkeeper – Defender 1, Defender 2, Defender 3, Defender 4 – Midfielder 1, Midfielder 2, Midfielder 3 – Forward 1, Forward 2, Forward 3.
Al-Taawoun (4-2-3-1): Goalkeeper – Defender 1, Defender 2, Defender 3, Defender 4 – Midfielder 1, Midfielder 2 – Midfielder 3, Midfielder 4, Midfielder 5 – Forward.
Al-Akhdoud
In their last match, Al-Akhdoud suffered a narrow 0-1 defeat at home. The team has struggled to find form, with only one win in their last five matches (1 win, 4 losses). They have also struggled offensively, failing to score in three of these encounters. Al-Akhdoud is eager to turn their fortunes around in front of their home crowd.
- The team has not lost in regular time in 3 of their last 5 home matches in the Saudi Pro League (2 wins, 1 draw).
- Al-Akhdoud has not conceded more than one goal in 90 minutes in their last four home games in this tournament.
- The number "0" has appeared in the scoreline at the end of regular time in 4 of Al-Akhdoud's last 5 home matches in the Saudi Pro League.
Al-Taawoun
Al-Taawoun comes into this match on the back of a convincing 3-0 victory in their last outing. The team has shown consistency with three wins in their last five matches (3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss). Al-Taawoun is currently in good form and aims to continue their positive momentum.
- The team has not won in regular time in their last three away matches in the Saudi Pro League (1 draw, 2 losses).
- No more than two goals have been scored in 90 minutes in 4 of Al-Taawoun's last 6 away games in this tournament.
- At least one of the opponents failed to score in regular time in 4 of Al-Taawoun's last 6 away matches in the Saudi Pro League.
Al-Akhdoud vs. Al-Taawoun: Match Prediction
Al-Akhdoud has struggled to find consistency but has shown resilience at home. They will look to use their defensive strengths to secure a positive result. Meanwhile, Al-Taawoun has been in good form and will aim to capitalize on their recent performances to secure another victory. However, considering the defensive approaches of both teams, this match may not see many goals.
My prediction: Total under 2.5 goals