Al-Qadsiah Al Khubar
- Al-Qadsiah are unbeaten in five (W3, D2), showcasing strong attacking output and a rock-solid defense.
- Al-Qadsiah Al Khubar are 4th in the Saudi Arabian Professional League with 47 points from approximately 21 games.
- They sit comfortably in the top four and a victory on Monday would put them in a position to stay there and even push for the title.
- Nahitan Nández brings the drive from the midfield and his form has been crucial in Al-Qadsiah’s unbeaten run.
Al-Ettifaq Dammam
- Al-Ettifaq have been in mixed form, with a 2-0 win over Damac and a 1-0 win over Al-Taawoun but also a 2-0 loss to Al-Hilal and a 4-3 win over Al-Fateh.
- Al-Ettifaq Dammam are hoping to close the gap to the continental qualification places with their form over the last few games and sit between 6th and 7th with 35 points from 21 games.
- Saad Al-Shehri’s pragmatic style has steadied the ship at Al-Ettifaq.
- Khalid Al-Ghannam provides pace and a direct threat on the flanks for Al-Ettifaq.
Head-to-Head
Al-Qadsiah have a slight edge in recent head-to-head, having beaten Al-Ettifaq 2-0 away in November 2024 and drawn 1-1 in April 2025.
Key Players
- Brendan Rodgers’ arrival at Al-Qadsiah has been the biggest story in Saudi soccer over the past few months and his influence on the club has been immediate.
- Julián Quiñones is the club’s top scorer in the league with a double-digit league tally and has been a consistent goal threat.
- He is a very mobile, direct striker who works well with Mateo Retegui, who has also contributed several goals and assists.
- Georginio Wijnaldum is the beating heart of Al-Ettifaq’s team and they are at their best when he is in possession.
- Moussa Dembélé could be a game changer when fit but he’s recently been struggling with a knee issue.
Betting Insights
- Al-Qadsiah 1.35 to win.
- Al-Ettifaq 8.0 as outsiders.
- Draw 5.4.
- Over 2.5 goals 1.5.
Prediction
- Al-Qadsiah have the advantage at home, with the Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium behind them and they’re in better form than Al-Ettifaq.
- I’m backing them to edge this match-up between these Eastern Province rivals and think 2-1 or 1-0 for the home side is probable.
- Al-Ettifaq’s counter attack gives them a chance to nick a draw at 1-1.
