Stadium: Alinma Stadium
Arena: (Jeddah, Saudi Arabia).
17.10.2025 21:00
Al-Ahli vs Al-Shabab: Prediction and odds on the Match on 17 October 2025
Round 5 of the Saudi Pro League brings Al-Ahli up against Al-Shabab at the Alinma Stadium, where the hosts aim to uphold their unbeaten run in the league. The hosts are desperate for a second consecutive win in the league, and they’ll go out for the win on Friday.
Al-Shabab, 14th with just 4 points from four games, have not had the best start to life in the Saudi Pro League this season, and this might take another hit as they take on the Champions of Asia on Friday. The last time they met on this ground, Al-Ahli won by a goal margin, and we might just see a repeat of that encounter here on Friday. Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.
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Form in the League: WDDW
Al-Ahli continue to sit high in the league this season, although they didn’t get the desired start they had hoped for;with two draws dragging them back and leaving them 7th placed on the league table. Before the International break, Al-Ahli was held down to a 2-2 draw by Al-Duhail in the AFC Champions League, making it one win and one draw so far in the Intercontinental competition.
They faced arch-rivals Al-Hazem in their most recent league outing, and it was a good performance for the intercontinental champions as they put two unanswered goals past Hazem to secure their second win of the league. The first half of that game was a struggle for Al-Ahli, but the breakthrough came in the last 20 minutes, with goals from Buraikan and Makrashi consecutively.
In the AFC Champions League, Al-Ahli defeated Nasaf Qarshi in their AFC opener, with Enzo Milliot getting a brace to his name. Al-Ahli must secure a win in this encounter if they intend to move up the table. As we all know, Al-Ahli’s strength remains in their offensive lineup of Riyad Mahrez, Milliot, and Ivan Toney, and this trio continues to have a tremendous impact on Al-Ahli’s campaign.
Al-Ahli: Possible Lineup
Matthias Jaissle, still basking in his accomplishment as the manager who led Al-Ahli to their first-ever AFC Champions League title, will be hoping for a positive campaign as they aim to have positive success in the league this season.
Currently, Matthias is not doing too well, with only two wins from the four league games played. There is a need to employ a better approach.
Player to watch out for: Ivan Toney
Ivan Toney was very instrumental in Al-Ahli’s AFC title victory last season, with his impact spanning across the domestic league as well. He has already scored three league goals for Al-Ahli this season.
🔖 Al-Ahli Probable starting lineup (4-2-3-1)
Mendy – Al-Khalinari, Ibanez, Demiral, Al-Majrashi,— Franck Kessie, Ajohani — Galeno, Enzo Millot, Riyad Mahrez— Ivan Toney
👤 Head coach: Matthias Jaissle
Al-Shabab: form and statistics
Form in the league: LDWD
As the 2024/25 Roshn Saudi Pro League resumes from the International break, Al-Shabab sit in a mid-table spot, with 4 points from their opening four matches, a win, a draw, and 2 losses. Al-Shabab suffered a devastating loss in their league opener against Al-Khalej, conceding four goals and only scoring one. They’ve only won a game, with two losses and a draw in their last four league games. Before the break, they suffered a 1-2 defeat to Al-Kholood, and we might be seeing a disaster for Shabab on Friday. Despite the bad start, key men like Yannick Carrasco (with 3 goals already) and the creative spark from Yacine Adli have been bright spots.
Al-Shabab: Possible Lineup
Al-Shabab is expected to maintain a cautious approach, with forward Josh Brownhill leading the attack. Yacine Adli recently joined the team, and his creativity has been evident in the midfield.
Player to watch out for: Yannick Carrasco
Yannick Carrasco is the captain of this Al-Shabab squad, and he has since scored three goals for Shabab this season.
🔖 Al-Shabab Probable starting lineup (4-4-2)
Marcelo Grohe – Al-Rajeh, Al-Shwirekh, Wesley Hoedt, Balobaid,– Hernandez, Adli, Sierro, Yannick Carrasco– Brownhill, Carlos Junior
👤 Head coach: Alguacil Barrenetxea
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Al-Ahli vs Al-Shabab: Head-to-head statistics
Al-Shabab leads in their head-to-head stats if we consider their last 10 meetings. Shabab dominates with 4 wins and 2 draws, while Al-Ahli has two wins.
Al-Ahli vs Al-Shabab: Betting Tips & Odds
- There have been more than 2.5 goals in 7 of their last 9 meetings, and the bet on a total of over 2.5 goals is offered on the Betway bookmaker website for 1.60 odds;
- Some Betway experts believe that Al-Shabab will score a goal in this game, and the option for Al-Shabab to score is offered on the Bet365 bookmaker website for 1.50 odds;
- Both teams have found the net in 5 of their last 7 meetings, and the option for both teams to score is offered on the 1xbet bookmaker website for 1.67 odds;
Al-Ahli vs Al-Shabab match prediction 17 October 2025
Al-Ahli is itching to continue in winning ways after a slow start to their league campaign. Shabab, on the other hand, has struggled since the start of the new season, and they might as well fall at the hands of Al-Ahli on Friday. One thing is sure, and it’s the goals we expect to see in this game.
Our match prediction: is a win or draw for Al-Ahli and a total of over 2.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.82 in the 1xBet bookmaker.
Our betting tip on the match: is a first-half home win for a coefficient of 1.98 in the Betway bookmaker.
Lastly: A both teams to score for 1.67 odds in the Bet365 bookmaker.
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