Al Riyadh (home)
- Al Riyadh have lost four of their last five in the Pro League, drawing once, conceding 12 goals and struggling to keep clean sheets.
- Al Riyadh are in the middle of a rough spell and, with 8-9 points from 13-14 matches, have slipped perilously close to the relegation zone.
- Al Riyadh play a disciplined, possession-based game in which wide overloads and a measured build-up are the priority.
- Javier Calleja has struggled to get them to defend well or score enough goals this season.
- Mamadou Sylla remains their greatest threat up front and he leads the club’s scoring charts.
Al Taawoun (away)
- Al Taawoun have won three of their last five Pro League matches.
- Al Taawoun are third in the table on 31 points from 13 games.
- Al Taawoun have scored five goals in their last three Pro League games and created high-quality chances.
- Péricles Chamusca’s team press with intensity and their front three are capable of starting and finishing off transitions at pace.
- Angelo Fulgini’s runs from deep and his ability to pick out Roger Martínez have helped Al Taawoun pick up big results.
Head-to-Head
- Both teams have two wins and one draw in the last five head-to-head meetings in the Saudi Pro League.
- The recent head-to-head record suggests this will be a close game.
Key Players
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Al Taawoun:
- Angelo Fulgini has been getting on the scoreboard of late and picking out Roger Martínez.
- Roger Martínez has been playing very well lately and his movement and finishing ability are a constant threat.
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Al Riyadh:
- Mamadou Sylla is the club’s leading scorer and the main attacking outlet.
- Yoann Barbet has provided an aerial threat this season.
- Tozé has chipped in with set-piece craft from midfield.
Betting Insights
- Al Taawoun are favourites at 1.83, the draw is 3.5 and Al Riyadh are 4.2 to win at home.
- The recommendation is a Draw No Bet on Al Taawoun given their form and quality.
- Over 2.5 goals is suggested as a value option at 1.85.
Prediction
- Back Al Taawoun (Draw No Bet) to extend their run.
- Consider Over 2.5 goals (1.85) as an additional play.
