Al Faiha vs Al Ittihad Prediction 17 October 2025
📢 What to expect from the clash between Al-Fayha and Al-Ittihad in the 5th round of the Pro League? Al-Ittihad are in excellent form on the road, securing victories in nine of their last ten matches. However, their attacking prowess isn't always matched by a solid defense, leaving room for opponents to exploit. Can the home side capitalize on this vulnerability and pull off an upset? We'll find out soon enough!
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 11 May 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 3:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Al-Ittihad Jeddah):
- ball possession percentage: 59% vs 41%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 6;
- fouls: 3 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
📊Analytical review of previous official games between the teams Al Faiha and Al-Ittihad Jeddah:
- played 19 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 5, for the away team - 11, draws - 3;
- number of goals (home/away) - 15 against 38;
- average total goals in the match - 2.79.
Head-to-head statistics Al Faiha - Al Ittihad

Al Faiha Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al Najma, away team - Al Faiha). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:2.
Here's the game statistics (Al Faiha vs Al Najma):
- ball possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 5;
- fouls: 11 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Al-Fayha find themselves mid-table, displaying inconsistent form with two wins, a draw, and one loss in their opening four fixtures. Their most recent match ended in a victory, boosting the confidence of the "Blue Waves" supporters. Their playing style focuses on a balanced attack with an emphasis on ball control, although their offensive efficiency can be lacking at times, averaging just one goal per game.
Match Results: Al Faiha

Al-Ittihad Jeddah Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the AFC Champions League tournament (home team - Al-Ittihad Jeddah, away - Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here are the match stats (Al-Ittihad Jeddah vs Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai):
- ball possession: 60% vs 40%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 2 vs 6.
Al-Ittihad are confidently climbing to the top of the standings, driven by their attacking prowess and ability to secure results even in challenging conditions. They have won three out of four league matches, showcasing an aggressive style of play with a high conversion rate, averaging 2.5 goals per game. The "Yellow Tigers" remain one of the favorites for the title, thanks to their experience and the individual skill of their players.
Match Results: Al-Ittihad Jeddah
Latest news
Al Faiha
Al-Fayha have no injury concerns.
Al-Ittihad Jeddah
On September 28, Al-Ittihad parted ways with head coach Laurent Blanc. The decision followed a home defeat to Al-Nassr (0-2) in the 4th round of the league. At the beginning of October, Sérgio Conceição was appointed as the club's new head coach. The 50-year-old has signed a contract that runs until the summer of 2028.
Regarding the squad, Hassan Kadesh and Muhannad Shanqeeti remain sidelined as they recover from muscle injuries. Their participation in the upcoming match is doubtful.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 19;
- home team wins - 5, away team wins - 11, draws - 3.
Statistics: Al Faiha vs Al-Ittihad Jeddah
- matches played in the tournament: 4 vs 4;
- wins: 2 vs 3;
- win percentage: 50% vs 75%;
- losses: 1 vs 1;
- draws: 1 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 6;
- losses: 5 vs 4;
- draws: 1 vs 0.
- Al-Ittihad Jeddah have won in 9 of last 10 games (Professional League).
- Al-Ittihad Jeddah have won in 6 of last 7 away games.
- Al-Ittihad Jeddah have won in last 5 away games (Professional League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.79, the guests - 2;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.79;
- both teams scored: overall - 7; at the home team's field - 5.
Statistics: Al Faiha vs Al-Ittihad Jeddah
- average total in the tournament: 2.25 vs 4;
- average total goals scored: 1 vs 2.5;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.5 vs 1.5;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.5 vs 1;
- Al Faiha: average total at home in the tournament - 0;
- Al-Ittihad Jeddah: average total away in the tournament - 3;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.8 (home - 1) vs 1.7 (away - 2).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 11 of last 12 Al Faiha games against Al-Ittihad Jeddah.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Al Faiha games against Al-Ittihad Jeddah (Professional League).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 17 Al Faiha home games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 16 Al Faiha home games (Professional League).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 10 Al Faiha games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 9 Al Faiha games (Professional League).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 5 Al-Ittihad Jeddah games.
Prediction on corners
Al Faiha: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.25; at home field - 7;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.5; at home field - 6.5.
Al-Ittihad Jeddah: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.75, away - 8;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; away - 6.25.
- Over 9.5 corners in last 6 Al-Ittihad Jeddah away games.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 1.36 (0.68 for home team and 0.68 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 0.82 (0.27 for home team and 0.55 for away team).
Al Faiha: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2; at home - 3;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.3; at home - 2.5.
Al-Ittihad Jeddah: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.75, away - 2.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; away - 2.25.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 19;
- both teams scored all-time - 7 times;
- on the home team’s field - 5 times.
Statistics: Al Faiha vs Al-Ittihad Jeddah
- number of matches played in the tournament: 4 vs 4;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 2 vs 2;
- number of BTTS matches for Al Faiha at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Al-Ittihad Jeddah away - 1 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Al Faiha at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for Al-Ittihad Jeddah away - 2 (50%).
Editorial Prediction
Al-Ittihad, the reigning champions of the Saudi Pro League, enter this match as clear favorites. They have kicked off the new season with confidence, maintaining the attacking prowess that secured them victories in nine out of their last ten league games. Even away from home, they continue to dominate play, applying pressure from the outset. Al-Fayha, on the other hand, often concede control to their opponents, which could spell trouble for their defense. Considering the visitors' form and the disparity in quality, betting on an Al-Ittihad victory seems well-founded.