Al-Ahli FC vs Al-Riyadh FC Prediction: Al-Ahli will not lose

Al-Ahli bounced back to winning ways with a victory against Al-Ettifaq in their most recent league game and they’ll now face Al-Riyadh at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium for their 17th round of matches in the Saudi Pro League. Riyadh is having an amazing season with only a defeat in their last five league games and the chances of them giving Al-Ahli a tough time on Sunday is high. We think both teams are evenly matched and we should expect goals from both teams although Al-Ahli remains our favorites for the win. Let’s analyze both teams’ forms, key stats, and my expert opinion. 

Al-Ahli FC (5th)

Form in the League: WLWWW

Al-Ahli bounced back to winning ways after that sad defeat to Al-Kholood earlier this month. They secured a 1-2 victory over Al-Ettifaq to keep their top 3 dreams alive. Roberto Firmino got on the scoresheet in that game. They are in great shape with 4 victories and a loss from their last 5 league games. Al-Ahli’s strength remains in their offensive lineup of Riyad Mahrez, Firmino, and Ivan Toney, it’s hard to face this attacking trio and keep a clean sheet. 

Al-Ahli is doing exceptionally well in the AFC Champions League as they’ve won 5 games with a draw from the 6 games played so far in the competition. They are currently 5th placed in the league with 9 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses from the 16 games played. 

Al-Riyadh FC (7th)

Form in the League: WLDWW

Al-Riyadh is in good shape with only a defeat in their last five league games. Their most recent league game against Taawoun ended in a narrow 1-0 victory to Riyadh. They are currently 7th placed in the league with 7 wins, 4 draws and 5 losses from the 16 league games played this season.

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 5 meetings produced 3 victories for Al-Ahli and 2 victories for Al-Riyadh.

Expert Betting Tips

Al-Ahli is in really good shape with a great league run and a pack of experienced players up front. Riyadh on the other hand has a good record against Al-Ahli and it’s always a tough one whenever these teams meet. We envisage a tough game with both teams finding the net. The last time they met in the league the game ended in a 2-1 victory to Al-Riyadh and we believe they’ll be a total of over 2.5 goals here as well. 

Our first prediction is an Al-Ahli win or draw and a total of over 2.5 goals for 1.65 odds at 1xBet.

Our second prediction is for both teams to find the net and a total of over 2.5 goals for 2.13 odds at Betway.

Our third prediction is for both teams to find the net for 1.92 odds at Bet365.