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Al Ittihad vs Al Kholood Prediction (1.30 odds): Dominant Home Win Incoming

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Al Ittihad vs Al Kholood Prediction (May 4, 2026) ⚽

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Al Ittihad welcome Al Kholood to King Abdullah Sports City in Round 31 of the Saudi Professional League. With the season approaching its decisive phase, Al Ittihad are pushing for a top-table finish, while Al Kholood are battling to secure valuable points and avoid slipping further down the standings.

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The hosts boast one of the strongest squads in the league, combining experience and attacking firepower. Al Kholood, on the other hand, have shown resilience but often struggle against top-tier opposition, especially away from home.

Head-to-Head Record 📊

  • Last 3 meetings:
    • Al Ittihad wins: 2
    • Draws: 1
    • Al Kholood wins: 0
  • Goals scored:
    • Al Ittihad: 7
    • Al Kholood: 3

Al Ittihad have largely dominated this matchup, controlling possession and creating more chances in previous encounters.

Predicted Lineups

Al Ittihad (4-3-3)

Al Mayouf; Al Shanqiti, Kadesh, Luiz Felipe, Al Hawsawi; Kante, Fabinho, Aouar; Romarinho, Benzema, Hamdallah

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Al Kholood (4-2-3-1)

Al Owais; Al Harbi, Al Shammari, Al Sahli, Al Yami; Dieng, Al Qahtani; Martins, Narey, Al Dawsari; Diouf

xG & Tactical Analysis 📈

  • Average xG (Al Ittihad): 2.20
  • Average xG (Al Kholood): 1.05
  • xGA (Al Ittihad): 0.95
  • xGA (Al Kholood): 1.75

Al Ittihad’s numbers reflect a dominant attacking side capable of producing consistent high-quality chances. Their midfield, anchored by Kante and Fabinho, offers both defensive cover and quick transitions. Al Kholood’s lower xG suggests limited offensive threat, while their higher xGA highlights defensive vulnerabilities.

Key Factors 🔑

  • Al Ittihad’s superior squad depth and star quality
  • Home advantage in Jeddah
  • Al Kholood’s defensive fragility under pressure
  • Set-piece threat from the hosts

Prediction 💡

Al Kholood may attempt to stay compact and frustrate early, but Al Ittihad’s attacking quality should eventually break through. Expect a controlled performance from the hosts with multiple scoring opportunities.

Prediction: Al Ittihad to win
Estimated Odds: 1.30
Correct Score: 3-0