Both sides are struggling this season.
Al-Ahli haven't lived on top of things given the standard squad they boast. They are at the moment languishing ninth within the Saudi Pro League desk, additional evidenced by their poor efficiency. Despite enjoying sub-par soccer their defence has been rock strong as of their final six video games.
They have allowed simply two targets to enter the web in these video games. All that continues to be to be seen is whether or not or not this sample will proceed once they subsequent play Damac.
Damac will enter the match having defeated Al-Okhdood 3-1 within the Saudi Pro League of their earlier match, which was their first win of the league season. They have performed poor soccer for the reason that begin of the brand new time period. Out of three video games they've solely secured one win.
If they need to climb up the desk they might want to step up their efficiency. They are subsequent dealing with Al Ahli who possess loads of gifted stars who could make a big effect.
Kick-off
Friday, 20 September at 9:25 p.m. IST.
Location: King Abdullah Sports City
Form
Al-Ahli: D-W-W-L-D-W
Damac: D-L-D-L-L-W
Players to look at
Al-Ahli: Ivan Toney
Ivan Toney has began two video games for Al Ahli however is but to open his account for the membership. Against Damac, he can have a superb opportunity to lastly rating a objective for his aspect. The former Premier League striker might be eager to attain a very good variety of targets this season and lead the membership to the title given they've many high gamers within the squad. Toney’s presence within the field makes him an intriguing striker and hopefully, he'll rating a objective for the Saudi aspect.
Damac: Georges N’Koudou
Georges N’Koudou has been key for Damac. The winger operates on the left flank and cuts inside on his proper foot to create scoring probabilities. He additionally typically appears for area to discover a capturing angle. He is among the largest threats of Damac and his presence offers the Saudi staff a innovative within the assault.
Match information
- The whole variety of targets in 10 of the earlier 12 Al Ahli house video games was lower than 3.5.
- The final 4 away video games for Damac FC have resulted in losses.
- Al Ahli haven't scored greater than two targets in any of their final 5 video games.
Al-Ahli vs Damac: Bettings ideas and odds
- Tip1: Al Ahli to win
- Tip 2: Ivan Toney to attain.
- Tip 3: Damac to attain first.
Injury and participant information
For Al Ahli, they gained’t have to fret about any injury as all of the gamers are match to face Damac.
The Damac supervisor solely wants to fret about one participant’s health. Adam Maher won't be enjoying because of a ruptured cruciate ligament.
Head-to-head
Matches: 9
Al-Ahli: 3
Draws: 3
Damac: 3
Predicted lineup
Al-Ahli predicted lineup: 4-2-3-1
Mendy; Majrashi, Demiral, Ibanez, Al Ammar; Aljohani, Kessie; Mahrez, Firmino, Al-Braikan; Toney
Damac predicted lineup: 4-2-3-1
Nita; Solan, Chafai, Bedrane, Anazi; Hazzaa Ahmed, Stanciu; Kamano, Faltah, N’Koudou; Diallo
Prediction
We anticipate that Al-Ahli probably will be capable to generate a decent quantity of alternatives and photographs on the right track. Damac could presumably discover it difficult to attain targets, however we do see them regaining some floor throughout this match. We predict that Al-Ahli will win the sport by a fantastic margin.
Prediction: Al-Ahli 3-1 Damac
Live telecast particulars
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