The Matchday 29 clash in the Saudi Pro League between Al-Wehda and Al-Ahli will take place on April 22 at the King Abdul Aziz Stadium in Mecca. Al-Wehda vs. Al-Ahli: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Referee: To be announced
Matches – 28 (Saudi Pro League, 2023/24);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 110;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.9;
Red cards shown – 5;
Average fouls per match – 22;
Penalties – 28%.
Predicted lineups for Al-Wehda vs. Al-Ahli
Al-Wehda (4-4-2): Mohammed Al-Owais – Fahad Al-Harbi, Mohammed Al-Fatil, Ali Al-Bulaihi, Yasser Al-Shahrani – Salman Al-Faraj, Abdullah Otayf, Salem Al-Dawsari, Nawaf Al-Abed – Saleh Al-Shehri, Firas Al-Buraikan.
Al-Ahli (4-2-3-1): Mohammed Al-Rubaie – Abdulrahman Ghareeb, Mohammed Al-Majhad, Ali Assiri, Motaz Hawsawi – Saad Abdulameer, Ali Al-Namri – Omar Al-Soma, Abdulrahman Ghareeb, Abdulrahman Al-Obood – Haitham Asiri.
Al-Wehda
In the previous round, Al-Wehda suffered a 0-2 defeat away to Al-Hilal. As a result, the team extended their winless streak in the league to three matches (1 draw, 2 losses). Al-Wehda has struggled offensively, scoring just one goal in their last three outings. They currently sit mid-table and need to secure points in their remaining matches to avoid slipping into the relegation battle.
- The team has not lost in regular time in 4 of their last 5 home matches in the Saudi Pro League (3 wins, 1 draw).
- Al-Wehda has not conceded more than one goal in 90 minutes in their last six home games in this tournament.
- The number "1" has appeared in the scoreline at the end of regular time in 5 of Al-Wehda's last 7 home matches in the Saudi Pro League.
Al-Ahli
Al-Ahli recorded a comfortable 3-0 victory at home against Al-Fateh in the last round. This win marked their second consecutive victory in the league, both with clean sheets. Al-Ahli has shown improvement in recent weeks, climbing up the table and now eyeing a top-four finish, which would secure them a spot in the AFC Champions League.
- The team has not won in regular time in their last four away matches in the Saudi Pro League (1 draw, 3 losses).
- No more than two goals have been scored in 90 minutes in 5 of Al-Ahli's last 7 away games in this tournament.
- At least one of the opponents failed to score in regular time in 5 of Al-Ahli's last 7 away matches in the Saudi Pro League.
Al-Wehda vs. Al-Ahli: Match Prediction
Al-Wehda has shown resilience at home, even against stronger opponents, and prefers a defensive approach. They have conceded only one goal in their last two home league matches. However, their offensive struggles continue, having scored just once in their last three games.
Al-Ahli's away form has been inconsistent, with their recent performances showing a stark contrast between home and away games. While they have been prolific at home, scoring six goals in two matches, their away record is less impressive, with just one point earned and two goals scored in their last four away fixtures.
Considering all factors, I do not expect this match to be high-scoring. My prediction: Total under 3.5 goals
