Al-Ahli vs Al-Kholood Prediction 17 May 2025
πCan Al-Kholood keep their survival hopes alive in their away match against Al-Ahli in the 32nd round of the Pro League? The hosts, currently in excellent form, sit fifth in the standings and are eager to solidify their position. In their last 10 matches, they have secured seven victories, boasting an impressive attack with an average of over two goals per game. Al-Kholood are in crisis - their defense leaves much to be desired, and their attack lacks consistency. Neither team has made significant changes to their lineup, allowing each side to showcase their strengths.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 15 January 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Al-Kholood):
- ball possession percentage: 42% vs 58%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 8;
- fouls: 12 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 8.
πThe teams Al Ahli Jeddah and Al-Kholood have played three official matches. The statistics are as follows:
- goals: 3 for the home team and 2 for the away team;
- average total goals in the match - 1.67.
Head-to-head statistics Al-Ahli - Al-Kholood
Al Ahli Jeddah Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al Shabab, away team - Al Ahli Jeddah). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:1.
Here's the game statistics (Al Ahli Jeddah vs Al Shabab):
- ball possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 2;
- fouls: 9 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 5;
- shots on target: 4 vs 6.
Al-Ahli have been putting on a strong performance throughout the season, securing their place in fifth on the table. The team stands out with a formidable attacking line, averaging more than two goals per game. In their last five matches, Al-Ahli have claimed victory in four, consistently delighting fans with solid results at home. However, their most recent encounter with Al-Kholood ended in a surprising 1-0 defeat.
Match Results: Al Ahli Jeddah
Al-Kholood Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al-Kholood, away - Al Ittifaq). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:0.
Here are the match stats (Al-Kholood vs Al Ittifaq):
- ball possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 7;
- fouls: 4 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 7 vs 1.
Al-Kholood are going through a challenging period, sitting perilously close to the relegation zone in twelfth place on the table. Over their last ten matches, the team have managed just three wins alongside seven defeats. Their defense has been a weak spot, conceding an average of more than two goals per game. Despite this, the visitors have experience with counter-attacking play and can spring surprises on stronger teams thanks to their tactical flexibility and determination.
Match Results: Al-Kholood
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: Al Ahli Jeddah (Home) vs Al-Kholood (Away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- Number of wins: 8 (0.53%) vs 2 (0.13%);
- Number of losses: 3 (0.2%) vs 5 (0.33%);
- Number of draws: 4 (0.27%) vs 8 (0.53%);
- Average total goals scored: 1.4 vs 1.67;
- Average total goals conceded: 0.33 vs 1.2.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 8 vs 2;
- Number of losses: 1 vs 5;
- Number of draws: 1 vs 3;
- Average first half total: 1.9 (scored - 1.6, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.8 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 1.5).
- Al Ahli Jeddah have won the 1st half in 7 of last 8 games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 3;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 1, draws - 0.
Statistics: Al Ahli Jeddah vs Al-Kholood
- matches played in the tournament: 31 vs 31;
- wins: 19 vs 10;
- win percentage: 61% vs 32%;
- losses: 8 vs 17;
- draws: 4 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 3;
- losses: 2 vs 7;
- draws: 1 vs 0.
- Al-Kholood won with a +2.5 handicap in 22 of last 24 away games.
- Al-Kholood won with a +2.5 handicap in 13 of last 15 away games (Professional League).
- Al-Kholood won with a +2.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 games (Professional League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1, the guests - 0.67;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 1.67;
- both teams scored: overall - 1; at the home team's field - 0.
Statistics: Al Ahli Jeddah vs Al-Kholood
- average total in the tournament: 3.06 vs 3.1;
- average total goals scored: 2.03 vs 1.19;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.81 vs 0.45;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.23 vs 0.74;
- Al Ahli Jeddah: average total at home in the tournament - 2.53;
- Al-Kholood: average total away in the tournament - 1.07;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.4 (home - 2.8) vs 0.9 (away - 0.75).
- Al Ahli Jeddah have not conceded in last 4 home games.
Prediction on corners
Al Ahli Jeddah: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5; at home field - 5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; at home field - 4.4.
Al-Kholood: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.06, away - 5.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.8; away - 6.75.
- Over 8.5 corners in 8 of last 9 Al-Kholood games (Professional League).
Prediction on cards
Al Ahli Jeddah: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.32; at home - 2.4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.5; at home - 2.2.
Al-Kholood: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.61, away - 2.07;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.6; away - 2.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 3;
- both teams scored all-time - 1 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 0 times.
Statistics: Al Ahli Jeddah vs Al-Kholood
- number of matches played in the tournament: 31 vs 31;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 15 vs 18;
- number of BTTS matches for Al Ahli Jeddah at home - 8 (53%);
- number of BTTS matches for Al-Kholood away - 10 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Al Ahli Jeddah at home - 1 (20%);
- BTTS matches for Al-Kholood away - 3 (75%).
Editorial Prediction
Al-Ahli are pushing hard for a top-three finish and will be aiming for a commanding victory, especially against a team from the lower end of the table. However, Al-Kholood, despite their struggles in the standings, have shown they can challenge the favorites-they rarely suffer heavy defeats. With a +2.5 handicap, Al-Kholood have come out on top in eight of their last nine matches, and they maintain similar resilience in away games, succeeding in 22 of their last 24 encounters. Given this consistency, placing a bet on Al-Kholood with a +2.5 handicap seems like a wise choice.No comments
Betting Tips: Al Ahli Jeddah - Al-Kholood
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