Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Saudi Pro League match.
Al-Ahli remain firmly in contention for a top-three finish in the Saudi Pro League. The squad trail Al-Nassr by just two points, and a win in this fixture could see them move into third place. Al-Wahda, meanwhile, are battling to avoid relegation and are only outside the relegation zone on goal difference.
Al-Wahda
Al-Wahda have lost five of their last seven home matches, with four of those defeats coming by a two-goal margin. They have the league’s worst defensive record, and their first-choice goalkeeper has kept only five clean sheets in 22 matches.
Al-Ahli
Al-Ahli have won five of their last six away league matches, with three of those wins coming by a two-goal margin. In the previous round, they comfortably dispatched Al-Fayha (5:0), with Ivan Toney scoring twice. The English forward has now netted 19 goals this season, second only to Cristiano Ronaldo, who leads the chart with 23. Al-Ahli rank fourth in the league for goals scored (57), averaging two per match.
Al-Wahda vs Al-Ahli Prediction
Despite a brief improvement in form, Al-Wahda remain vulnerable at home, particularly against higher-ranked sides. Al-Ahli have shown strength on the road and should face little resistance in this fixture, with a win by at least a two-goal margin appearing likely.
