Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Ittihad: Saudi Pro League Preview, Form and Prediction

Al-Ettifaq begin the matchday in the top half of the Saudi Pro League table, as they face one of the so-called big four in Al-Ittihad. The hosts are unbeaten in their last five, while the visitors are coming off two defeats and want to bounce back. Follow Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Ittihad live on Score808 for the score, lineups and stats.

Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Ittihad: Kick-Off Time and Venue

• Competition: Saudi Pro League 2026/27, Matchweek 10
• Date: Tuesday, 20 October 2026
• Kick-off: 21:00 Kenya time (EAT), also 21:00 in Riyadh, 19:00 BST, 18:00 UTC
• Venue: Al-Ettifaq Club Stadium, Dammam. One preview places it in Al Khobar, so confirm the ground before travelling.

League Table Before the Match

Al-Qadsiah lead on 22 points, with Al-Hilal on 21 and Al-Nassr on 19. Al-Ittihad are two points ahead of Al-Ettifaq and have played a game fewer, so a win for the hosts would put them ahead of the visitors.

Al-Ettifaq: Form and Team News

Al-Ettifaq have been hard to beat. Their last three finished matches against clearly identified opposition:

• Neom 0-1 Al-Ettifaq (17 Oct)
• Al-Ettifaq 1-1 Al-Khaleej (10 Oct)
• Al-Qadsiah 3-3 Al-Ettifaq (11 Sep)
• Abha 0-1 Al-Ettifaq (4 Sep)

Al-Ettifaq have succumbed to just two defeats in their nine matches so far this season. The latest was a win. They beat Neom 1-0, courtesy of a second-half winner from Abdullah Khateeb. That means they have drawn many games but conceded often, with 12 goals against in nine games. I found no confirmed injury or suspension news.

Al-Ittihad: Form and Team News

Al-Ittihad have lost their last two matches. Their last four finished matches against clearly identified opposition:

• Al-Hilal 3-2 Al-Ittihad (10 Oct)
• Al-Ittihad 2-1 Al-Fayha (8 Sep)
• Al-Ittihad 2-1 Al-Nassr (5 Sep)
• Al-Fateh 0-0 Al-Ittihad (29 Aug)

Al-Ittihad were beaten 3-2 by title-challenging Al-Hilal last weekend, before a 2-1 loss to Shabab Al Ahli in the AFC Champions League Elite in their most recent outing. They had been unconvincing even before those defeats. The record is still strong, with five wins in eight league games and a 2-1 win over Al-Nassr earlier this season. The busy schedule is a factor, because the Champions League game means a quick turnaround and the possibility of rotation. I found no confirmed team news for Al-Ittihad.

Head-to-Head Record

I could not find a reliable recent record for this fixture, so this article makes no head-to-head claim. Al-Ittihad are one of the league's biggest clubs, but Al-Ettifaq have often made life difficult for them at home in recent seasons, so a tight game is realistic.

What to Expect

Al-Ettifaq will have home support and a recent habit of avoiding defeat, so expect them to be compact and look for chances on the break. Al-Ittihad have more individual quality but are low on confidence, and the Champions League midweek schedule could affect their energy. Both defences have been leaky, so goals at both ends are likely.

Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Ittihad Prediction

Previews are split between the hosts avoiding defeat and a narrow visiting win:

• The Stats Zone tips Al-Ettifaq to win or draw, saying they can fancy themselves to avoid defeat at home.
• Forebet predicts a 1-2 win for Al-Ittihad.
• Soccervital's model also backs Al-Ittihad, with a 2-4 scoreline.

Our view: Al-Ittihad have the stronger squad, but they have lost two in a row and Al-Ettifaq are unbeaten in five. Expect goals at both ends, with a 1-1 draw the single likeliest scoreline and a narrow Al-Ittihad win close behind. This is a forecast, not a guarantee.

How to Follow Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Ittihad Live

Open the Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Ittihad match page on Score808 for live updates, lineups and stats. You can also visit the Saudi Arabian Pro League hub for the full table and fixtures, and see team pages for Al-Ettifaq and Al-Ittihad. To catch up on recent form, see Neom vs Al-Ettifaq, Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Khaleej, Al-Hilal vs Al-Ittihad and Al-Ittihad vs Al-Nassr. For more Saudi football, read our Al-Hilal vs Al-Hazem preview. Check your local broadcaster for the TV channel.

FAQ

What time is Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Ittihad in Kenya?
Kick-off is 21:00 EAT on Tuesday 20 October 2026, which is 18:00 UTC.

Where is the match being played?
At Al-Ettifaq Club Stadium in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

Where do the teams sit in the Saudi Pro League table?
Al-Ittihad are 5th with 17 points from eight games. Al-Ettifaq are 7th with 15 points from nine games.

How did Al-Ettifaq do in their last match?
They beat Neom 1-0 on 17 October.

How did Al-Ittihad do in their last two matches?
They lost 3-2 to Al-Hilal and 2-1 to Shabab Al Ahli in the AFC Champions League Elite.

Who is favourite to win?
There is no clear favourite. Al-Ittihad are slightly stronger on paper, but Al-Ettifaq are in better form.