Al Fateh
- Jose Gomes has overseen a dogged, defensive team since taking over as head coach of Al Fateh in December 2024, deploying his team in a deep, compact block with the ability to press when necessary.
- Al Fateh are 11th in the table with 32 points from 29 matches this campaign, which shows just how tough the Saudi Arabian league can be.
- Mourad Batna is the leading attacker for Al Fateh with eight goals from 26 league appearances, making him the most significant goal threat for his team.
Neom SC
- Neom SC are in a better position in the league, sitting 8th with 40 points from their 30 league matches.
- Galtier has done a good job with his men since arriving in July 2025, his side are flexible in terms of formation, but they do prioritise a coordinated, all-out pressing game that allows them to transition quickly and attack in phases.
- Neom SC have won six, drawn four and lost five of their 15 away league matches, which is decent, but not exceptional form.
- They have scored 1.40 goals per away match this term though, so they are a threat going forward.
Head-to-Head
- Al Fateh have conceded an average of 1.60 goals per game at home in the league this season.
- Al Fateh and Neom SC last played each other just three months ago in the Profesional League 2025-2026, with Al Fateh winning 1-0 as the away team.
Key Players
- Luciano Rodriguez has scored three of Neom SC’s last nine league goals, while Abdoulaye Doucoure has three assists in Neom’s last five league games.
- Alexandre Lacazette has also been a clinical finisher for the newly-promoted side with 11 goals in 28 league appearances.
Betting Insights
Aside from the odds, which are slightly in favour of Neom SC at 2.24 , Al Fateh are 2.91 for the win, while the draw is 3.57 .
Prediction
Neom SC are in much better form than their opponents, boast superior attacking options and are more likely to gain all three points here .
