Al-Qadisiyah vs Al-Najma Prediction: Newly promoted Najma will need a miracle at Khobar

Al-Qadisiyah vs Al-Najma: Prediction and odds on the Match on 30 August 2025

Al-Qadisiyah will kickstart another Saudi Pro League campaign at the Prince Saud Bin Jalawi Stadium on Saturday against newly promoted Al-Najma after a phenomenal performance in the Saudi Pro League last season. Al-Qadisiyah, who made it to the Saudi Pro League last season after 4 years in the second division, made their comeback worthwhile with a 4th-place finish ahead of top teams like Al-Ahli and Al-Ettifaq. 

For Al-Najma, this is an entirely new playing ground as this is their inaugural campaign in the Roshn Saudi Professional League. Najma had an amazing run in the Saudi First Division, finishing second placed, just 9 points behind league leaders Neom SC and securing a straight qualification to the Saudi Pro League. Al-Najma have made credible new signings ahead of their debut in the Saudi Pro League, and all fingers are crossed for what's to come. Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available. 

Al-Qadisiyah: form and statistics

Al-Qadisiyah had a sensational run in the league last season, finishing fourth in the Saudi Pro League with 68 points – 21 wins, 5 draws, and just 8 losses from a total of 34 games played. The story that started as a tale is now one to remember for ages. Al-Qadisiyah came from the junior tier, exceeded expectations in the Saudi Pro League, finished 4th ahead of other top teams, and also secured a finals spot in the Saudi King's Cup for the first time since 2005- when they last played a final- which they eventually lost to Champions Al-Ittihad. 

Coach Michel managed the boys effectively last season, and his leadership brought them closer than they’ve ever been to a title since 2005. Some players have left the club, and Aubameyang left on a free transfer to Marseille, but the team is still solid.

They struggled in the Preseason games, failing to win a single game from the four games played. The team has already suffered their first sting this season after losing 1-5 to Al-Ahli in the semifinals of the Saudi Super Cup. They scored first, but suffered a severe loss afterwards.   

Last season, Julian Quinones led the team's efforts in goals with 20 goals to his name. Another top striker who made waves for Al-Qadisiyah last season was Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who also scored 17 goals for Al-Qadisiyah. However, that chapter is now over as he has moved back to Europe. 

Al-Qadisiyah: Possible Lineup

Coach Michel will try to adjust to life without his point man, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who also scored 17 goals last season. Mateo Retegui has now taken his place in front of the goal. Michel will field his best players in the regular 3-5-2 formation spearheaded by Quinones and Retegui. Ali Hazazi and Nandez will hold down the midfield. 

Player to watch out for: Julian Quinones

Julian Quinones is a masterpiece for Al-Qadisiyah. He scored a total of 20 goals last season for Al-Qadisiyah with an average of 0.7 goals per game and 1.9 shots on target per game. He was the magic for Qadisiyah last season on goal. 

🔖 Al-Qadisiyah starting lineup (4-4-2)

Casteels – Nacho Fernandez, Jehad Thakri, Gaston Alvarez – Christopher Baah, Ali Hazazi, Nandez, Puertas, Al-Thani– Julian Quinones, Mateo Retegui

👤 Head coach: Michel

Al-Najma: form and statistics

This is an entirely new playing ground for Al-Najma, who have never played in the Roshn Saudi Pro League. Al-Najma played in the Saudi Second Division for three years before gaining promotion to the Saudi First Division, where they also competed for two years before securing a coveted qualification to the Saudi Pro League last season. 

Al-Najma had a great run in the Saudi First Division last season, finishing second placed with just 9 points behind league leaders Neom SC. They won 20 games, alongside 5 draws and 9 losses. Players like Leo Tilica and Sylla Sow were instrumental for the team, with 12 goals each to their name last season. Al-Najma have made credible new signings ahead of their debut in the Saudi Pro League, and all fingers are crossed for what's to come.

Al-Najma: Possible Lineup

Mario Silva is more than ready to lead Al-Najma and also remain in the Saudi Pro League. Unfortunately, Leo Tilica left the team last month to join Dibba Al-Hisn, but Mario Silva has made credible replacements. 

Player to watch out for: Sylla Sow

Sylla Sow, alongside Leo Tillica, were joint top scorers for Al-Najma last season, with the duo bagging 12 goals each last season. Sylla Sow has an average of 0.4 goals per game with an average of 1.9 shots per game. 

🔖 Al-Najma starting lineup (4-2-3-1)

Al-Muqaitib – Samir Caetano, Adnan, Riyad Al-Asmari, Al-Hawsawi – Al-Harabi, Al-Rashwodi – Tijanic, Flores, Al-Ruwaili– Sylla Sow

👤 Head coach: Mario Silva

Al-Qadisiyah vs Al-Najma: Head-to-head statistics

The teams have met twice in the Saudi First Division 23/24 season, and Al-Qadisiyah emerged victorious in the two legs. First leg ended in a 0-3 victory to Al-Qadisiyah, while the return leg also ended in a 4-2 win for Al-Qadisiyah. Al-Qadisiyah remains our favorite to win this game.

Al-Qadisiyah vs Al-Najma: Betting Tips & Odds

• Al-Qadisiyah has won the last two games between the teams, and the bet on Al-Qadisiyah to win this game is offered on the 1xBet bookmaker website for odds of 1.24 odds;
• Some Betway experts believe that Al-Najma is quite a tough team to play against, and they stand a chance at winning as well. The option for Al-Najma to win this game is offered on the Betway bookmaker website for 9.25 odds;
• There has been a total of over 2.5 goals in their last two meetings, and the bet on a total of over 2.5 goals is offered at 1.32 odds on the Bet365 bookmaker website;

Al-Qadisiyah vs Al-Najma match prediction 30 August 2025

Al-Najma steps onto the Saudi Pro League stage for the very first time, and while there are naturally some fears and uncertainties surrounding their campaign, several pundits believe they could potentially have a great season.

Their opponents, Al-Qadisiyah, enjoyed a fantastic run last term and look the stronger side on paper, boasting greater squad depth and tactical quality compared to the newcomers. With that edge, Qadisiyah will head into this clash as the favorites. The prediction here is a win or draw and a total of over 2.5 goals for Al-Qadisiyah. There will also be goals in the first half, and Qadisiyah will score the first goal of the game.

Our match prediction: is a total of under 10 corners for a coefficient of 1.67 in the 1xBet bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: is a first-half win for Al-Qadisiyah for a coefficient of 1.62 in the Betway bookmaker.

Lastly: Both teams to score for 1.68 odds in the Bet365 bookmaker.