Al Riyadh vs Al Ettifaq Prediction Saudi Professional League 25.12.2025
Al Riyadh vs Al Ettifaq Prediction Saudi Professional League
Al Riyadh vs Al Ettifaq Prediction and Betting Tips for Matchday 10 of the Saudi Professional League, scheduled for Thursday, December 25, 2025, at 17:30 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on JACO Middle East and Thmanyah (Sau). The clash takes place at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, with the hosts looking to climb away from the bottom three while the visitors aim for the top half. In this article, you’ll discover Saudi Professional League Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
- Al Riyadh averages 1.5 goals scored per home match while conceding 1.25.
- Al Ettifaq has seen a 100% rate of Over 1.5 goals in their away fixtures.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS) has occurred in 100% of Al Ettifaq’s away games.
- Al Riyadh commits an average of 15.25 fouls per match on home soil.
- The average corner count for Al Ettifaq away matches sits at a high 11 per game.
- Al Ettifaq’s away matches have a 100% record for Over 3.5 yellow cards.
Al Riyadh enters this fixture with a somewhat shaky home record but a consistent ability to find the net. Averaging 1.5 goals scored per game at home, they aren’t exactly goal-shy, yet a defensive leakiness that sees them concede 1.25 goals on average keeps them in trouble. Interestingly, 75% of their home games have ended with both teams scoring. They play a physical game, evidenced by their high foul count of 15.25 per match. Can they maintain discipline against a slick Al Ettifaq side? It is hard to say how this will end, but their 4-4-2 setup with Mamadou Sylla looks dangerous.
On the flip side, Al Ettifaq has been the definition of “all action” when playing away from home. Their stats are quite remarkable, with 100% of their away matches seeing Over 1.5 goals and both teams finding the back of the net. They concede an average of 2 goals per game on the road, which is a massive red flag, but they balance it out by scoring 1.5 themselves. With players like Moussa Dembele and Wijnaldum, they have the quality to exploit Al Riyadh’s backline. Still, their defensive record of 11 corners conceded on average suggests they spend a lot of time under pressure.
Looking at the broader picture, this matchup feels like a prime candidate for goals. When you consider that Al Ettifaq’s away matches average 3.5 total goals, the offensive intent is clear. Al Riyadh needs a result to distance themselves from the drop zone, while the visitors want to build on their pre-break momentum. That is a bold move to bank on a shootout, but the numbers don’t lie. Saudi Professional League Predictions often hinge on these defensive lapses, and with both sides struggling to keep clean sheets, we are likely in for an entertaining afternoon in the capital.
When analyzing the playing styles of these two Saudi Pro League sides, the "Both Teams to Score" market looks like the strongest play. Al Ettifaq, under Saad Al-Shehri, utilizes an attacking 4-2-3-1 that encourages forward play but often leaves the defense exposed, evidenced by the 11 corners they concede on average away from home. This pressure frequently leads to goals. Al Riyadh, despite their lower league position, averages 1.5 goals at home and has only failed to score in a minority of their home games. Their defensive record isn't much better, conceding 1.25 goals per match. With Al Ettifaq’s away games averaging 3.5 total goals and a 100% BTTS rate, the trend is clear. Both teams have significant attacking threats and defensive vulnerabilities that make a clean sheet for either side look highly unlikely in this festive fixture.
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FAQ – Al Riyadh vs Al Ettifaq Prediction
Which team is more likely to score first?
While Al Ettifaq has higher quality, Al Riyadh's home motivation and Al Ettifaq's 2.0 goals conceded average away suggest the hosts could surprise them early.
Where can I watch Al Riyadh vs Al Ettifaq live?
The Al Riyadh vs Al Ettifaq Saudi Professional League match will be broadcast live on JACO Middle East and Thmanyah (Sau).
What time does Al Riyadh vs Al Ettifaq start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 17:30 (GMT) on Thursday, December 25, 2025.
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