Ittihad Jeddah vs Al Khaleej Club Prediction: 27/9/2024

Ittihad Jeddah will face off against Al Khaleej Club in the Saudi Arabian Professional League at King Abdullah Sports City on September 27, 2024. Currently, Ittihad Jeddah is positioned 2nd in the league standings with 9 points, while Al Khaleej Club sits in 13th place with 4 points.

Ittihad Jeddah enters this match on a positive note, having won 4 out of their last 6 matches across all competitions. In contrast, Al Khaleej Club has struggled, losing 67% of their last 6 games in the Professional League. Historically, Ittihad Jeddah has had the upper hand in their encounters with Al Khaleej Club, boasting 11 wins out of 14 meetings.

 

Recent form

Ittihad Jeddah

Ittihad Jeddah has been in strong form recently, highlighted by a recent match on September 21, 2024, where they faced Al Hilal and lost 3-1.

Despite this defeat, their previous performance was impressive, as they secured a commanding 7-1 victory over Al Wahda Mecca on September 15, 2024. Prior to that, they won 2-1 against Taawoun on August 29, 2024, showcasing their ability to grind out wins. Their solid form continued with a narrow 1-0 victory over Al Kholood Club on August 24, 2024.

However, earlier in the season, they faced a tough loss to Al Nassr, losing 4-2 on May 27, 2024, and managed a strong 4-1 win against Dhamak on May 23, 2024. Overall, Ittihad Jeddah has demonstrated a potent offense, particularly evident in their high-scoring matches, but the recent loss to Al Hilal may be a concern as they look to maintain momentum.

 

Al Khaleej Club

In contrast, Al Khaleej Club has struggled significantly in their recent matches. Their latest outing on September 20, 2024, ended in a goalless draw against Al Feiha, which, while it prevented a loss, indicates ongoing issues in their attacking play. Prior to that, they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Taawoun on September 13, 2024, highlighting their difficulties in securing wins.

On August 29, 2024, they lost 1-0 to Shabab Riyadh, and earlier in August, they experienced a 1-0 defeat against Dhamak. Their earlier performance on May 27, 2024, saw them lose 2-1 to Al Riyadh SC, further reflecting their challenges in finding the back of the net consistently. Overall, Al Khaleej Club has struggled offensively, with a pattern of losses and few scoring opportunities, which needs to be addressed to improve their standings.

 

Prediction

Ittihad Jeddah appears to be in a stronger position overall, with a recent track record of high-scoring matches and key victories, despite the setback against Al Hilal. They possess a potent attacking lineup that can capitalize on scoring opportunities.

On the other hand, Al Khaleej Club’s recent form has been disappointing, with multiple losses and struggles in front of goal. They will need to focus on improving their offensive output and finding ways to convert chances into goals to be competitive. As these teams prepare to meet, Ittihad Jeddah will likely enter the match with confidence, while Al Khaleej Club will need to address their recent struggles to pose a threat.

Prediction: Ittihad Jeddah to win.