The race for top spot is heating up as the top two face each other this weekend. It will be interesting to see who will top the tree by Christmas.
Thursday, 30 November
13/20 Al-Riyadh | Draw 26/10 | Al-Hazm 34/10 (17:00)
Birama Toure handled the pressure in the 99-minute to dispatch his penalty which secured the much-needed 2-1 victory for Al-Riyadh last time out. This will be a good opportunity to carry that momentum into this fixture and make it two consecutive victories. Al-Hazm lost 9-0 to Al-Hilal previously and I don’t see them getting anything from this fixture as they continue to struggle to meet the standards of the Pro League. Al-Riyadh to win with over 2.5 goals.
38/10 Abha | Draw 28/10 | Al-Ahli 6/10 (17:00)
This is a revenge match for Al-Ahli after Abha defeated them in the King’s Cup recently. There is a huge gap in quality between the two and with the loss still fresh in the minds of the Jeddah giants, I can only see this going one way. Al-Ahli will show their superiority and get the win.
7/20 Al-Ittihad | Draw 36/10 | Al-Khaleej 6/1 (20:00)
Newly appointed Marcelo Gallardo has taken over from Nuno Espirito Santo and will be eager to win his first home match since taking charge. This will be a huge mountain to climb for Al-Khaleej as they are currently winless in their last three fixtures on the road. A win for Al-Ittihad will see the Jeddah giants extend their unbeaten run to four games and another huge step in the right direction after a poor start to the season. Back the home win here.
Friday, 1 December
1/1 Al-Fayha | Draw 21/10 | Damak 24/10 (17:00)
Two evenly matched teams separated by just a single point will lock horns at the Al Majma’ah Sports City Stadium. Al-Fayha will need to maintain their focus throughout the game as they try to limit Damak from creating chances and potentially taking points off them on their own turf. It will come down to whoever wants it more on the day and I see a draw between the two.
11/10 Al-Hilal | Draw 23/10 | Al-Nassr 2/1 (20:00)
The most anticipated match is here and should have a lot to offer as both teams are full of high-profile players. Both clubs come into this fixture with five wins from their last five fixtures. Al-Hilal has a slightly better defensive record which could help with putting a stop to the G.O.A.T himself Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese is scoring for fun and will need to use his experience and quality in leading the team to victory against the title favourites. Two clubs with extremely great qualities but my money is on Al-Nassr to win.
Saturday, 2 December
6/10 Al-Fateh | Draw 11/4 | Al-Tai 38/10 (17:00)
Al-Fateh are looking to avoid back-to-back home defeats as they turn their attention to Al-Tai after a narrow 1-0 loss to Al-Fayha last time out. The home fans will play a huge role in helping their team to victory as they have failed to do so in their last four meetings with Al-Tai. However, Al-Tai are one of four teams yet to win away from home this season. Back the home win here.
47/20 Al-Akhdoud | Draw 22/10 | Al-Ittifaq 1/1 (17:00)
Al-Akhdoud currently find themselves in a relegation battle and with one victory in their last five fixtures. They are the worst performing team on home soil while Al-Ittifaq are unbeaten in their last four league matches. Demarai Gray and Georgino Wijnaldum will be key to Al-Ittifaq snatching the victory after three consecutive draws. Al-Ittifaq to win.
29/20 Al-Raed | Draw 21/10 | Al-Wehda 16/10 (20:00)
This is a great opportunity for Al-Raed to move out of the relegation zone if they can improve on their previous performance and be more solidified defensively. They will need to make the most of counter attacking football while Al-Wehda will come out and play on the front foot as they look to earn consecutive victories for the first time this season. Back the away victory.
1/1 Al-Shabab | Draw 2/1 | Al-Taawon 24/10 (20:00)
Al-Shabab have now picked up three consecutive victories making them a formidable opponent at home despite their position on the log standings. This home form will give them huge confidence and perhaps encourage them to take advantage of the poor form Al-Taawon find themselves in. Al-Taawon are winless in their last five fixtures and will need to approach this fixture in the right frame of mind if they look to turn things around and get back to their best. Surprisingly, Al-Shabab to win.
