Al-Riyadh vs Al Taawon Prediction 18 January 2026
📢 What to expect from the clash between Al-Riyadh and Al-Taawoun in the 16th round of the Pro League? Al-Riyadh are currently in 16th place, forcing the team to fight for their spot in the top flight. Meanwhile, Al-Taawoun, sitting in third position, aim to maintain their place at the top of the standings. Both teams are gearing up for a tough encounter, but the visitors will need to showcase their skills on the road.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 20 May 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 3:2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Al Taawoun):
- ball possession percentage: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 2;
- fouls: 10 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 5 vs 7.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Al Riyadh and Al Taawoun:
- played 4 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 2, for the away team - 1, draws - 1;
- number of goals - 5 against 4;
- average total in the 1st half - 1, in the 2nd half - 1.25;
- average total goals in the match - 2.25.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Al Riyadh Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al Fateh, away team - Al Riyadh). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:1.
Here's the game statistics (Al Riyadh vs Al Fateh):
- ball possession: 53% vs 47%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 7;
- fouls: 21 vs 16;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 9 vs 5.
Al-Riyadh are going through tough times, securing just 2 wins out of 14 matches. Their vulnerability has been evident in the last five games, with four losses and one draw highlighting the team's lack of stability. Their position in the relegation zone demands points at any cost. Offensively, they struggle, averaging only 0.93 goals per match while conceding a high 2.21. Their style is based on counterattacks, but this rarely pays off against stronger opponents.
Match Results: Al Riyadh
Al Taawoun Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al Ahli Jeddah, away - Al Taawoun). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:1.
Here are the match stats (Al Taawoun vs Al Ahli Jeddah):
- ball possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 7;
- fouls: 12 vs 18;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
Al-Taawoun are showcasing strong form this season, winning 10 of their 14 matches and securing a commendable third place in the standings. The team is renowned for their balanced play, focusing on solid defense and efficient attacks. They average over two goals per game while conceding only 1.14 goals on average. In their last five outings, the visitors have claimed three victories and suffered two defeats, indicating they are in good shape ahead of their upcoming match.
Match Results: Al Taawoun
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 1, draws - 1.
Statistics: Al Riyadh vs Al Taawoun
- matches played in the tournament: 14 vs 14;
- wins: 2 vs 10;
- win percentage: 14% vs 71%;
- losses: 9 vs 3;
- draws: 3 vs 1.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 1 vs 6;
- losses: 6 vs 3;
- draws: 3 vs 1.
- Al Riyadh won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 home games (Professional League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.25, the guests - 1;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.25;
- both teams scored: overall - 2; at the home team's field - 0.
Statistics: Al Riyadh vs Al Taawoun
- average total in the tournament: 3.14 vs 3.29;
- average total goals scored: 0.93 vs 2.14;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.43 vs 1;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.5 vs 1.14;
- Al Riyadh: average total at home in the tournament - 1.14;
- Al Taawoun: average total away in the tournament - 2;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.7 (home - 0.8) vs 1.7 (away - 1.83).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 5 Al Riyadh home games (Professional League).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 9 of last 10 Al Taawoun games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 6 Al Taawoun games (Professional League).
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 8.25 (4.25 - for home team and 4 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 7 (4.5 - for home team and 2.5 - for away team).
Al Riyadh: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.71; at home field - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.4; at home field - 6.2.
Al Taawoun: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.57, away - 1.71;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4; away - 2.17.
- Al Taawoun have taken under 6.5 corners in last 9 away games.
- Al Taawoun have taken under 6.5 corners in last 7 away games (Professional League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- both teams scored all-time - 2 times;
- on the home team’s field - 0 times.
Statistics: Al Riyadh vs Al Taawoun
- number of matches played in the tournament: 14 vs 14;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 10 vs 7;
- number of BTTS matches for Al Riyadh at home - 5 (71%);
- number of BTTS matches for Al Taawoun away - 4 (57%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Al Riyadh at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Al Taawoun away - 4 (67%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (14/126, 11.1%);
- Al Riyadh at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (2/7, 28.6%);
- Al Taawoun away most often play: 0:1 , 0:2 , 1:0 , 1:2 , 2:1 , 2:3 , 2:5 (1/7, 14.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 10.63% (odds 6.03)
0:1 - 9.13% (odds 6.32)
1:2 - 8.57% (odds 6.82)
Editor's Prediction
Al-Taawoun enter this match as favorites, which makes sense given the disparity in standings and current form between the teams. Al-Riyadh are going through a tough patch, having lost five of their last six matches while consistently making defensive errors. Conversely, Al-Taawoun display much more stability and confidence, effectively controlling games and capitalizing on their opportunities. Considering these factors, backing an Al-Taawoun victory seems the most reasonable bet.
Betting Tips: Al Riyadh - Al Taawoun
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