Steven Gerrard’s Al-Ettifaq take on Al-Wehda as they aim to continue their push towards the top three. In our Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq predictions we look at their chances in the match. We’ll also provide a value pick for who might find their way onto the scoresheet for Gerrard’s side.
Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq Betting Tips
- Al Wehda to win @ 2.10 BetKing
- Moussa Dembele to score at 3.00 1xbet
- GG + Over 2.5 at 1.83 BetKing
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Al-Wehda to edge a closely-fought contest
Four points currently separate Al-Wehda and Al-Ettifaq, with the visitors two places above their hosts.
The home side have been strong at The King Abdulaziz Stadium. They’ve amassed 10 points from five games and scored 12 goals. Their three home wins came against Abha (4-0), Damac (4-2), and a surprising 3-1 victory over Al Shabab. They’re the slight favourites with most betting sites for a reason.
Under England and Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard, Al-Ettifaq currently sit in 7th place. They trail the top three by five points, after losing two games in a row to Al Riyadh (0-1) and to Al Fateh (1-2).
Al-Ettifaq’s side is stacked with European experience. Demari Gray and Moussa Dembele provide flair up top. Champions League winners Jordan Henderson and Georgino Wijnaldum have quality in midfield.
But the value is with the hosts. Even with Al-Ettifaq’s top-tier talent, it is hard to ignore their recent mini slump and Al-Wehda’s strong home form. The first of our Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq predictions is for the hosts to get the three points.
Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq Bet 1: Al Wehda to win @ 2.10 BetKing
Dembele to continue fine form in front of goal
Since joining from Ligue 1 side Lyon this summer, Moussa Dembele has showcased exceptional form in front of goal for Al-Ettifaq. The 27-year-old has scored seven time in eight matches. Only Cristiano Ronaldo is ahead of him in the scoring charts.
In his last five starts, Dembele has scored six goals, including a brace against Damac and Al Taee. During the match against Damac, manager Steven Gerrard subbed him off at halftime.
The striker has demonstrated his fine goalscoring talent over the years. As a teenager at Fulham, Dembele scored 15 goals in a single season. The goals followed him throughout his career. Dembele bagged 51 goals in 94 games for Celtic and 70 in 172 appearances for Lyon.
The season data shows why he should feature in our Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq tips. Dembele has hit 4, 4, 2, 7, 2, and 2 shots respectively in his recent six games. He takes an average of 3.5 shots per game.
Even if you think Al-Ettifaq might lose the game, don’t be surprised to see Dembele add to his goal tally on Saturday night.
Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq Bet 2: Moussa Dembele to score anytime at 3.00 1xbet
Goals to flow
A quick look at the Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq and you’ll see that the bookmakers are expecting goals. The Asian goal line – the number of goals the bookmakers think is likeliest – is at around 2.75.
It’s easy to see why. Al-Wehda’s matches usually see the net bulge a few times. Their games have averaged 3.80 total goals this season, the third-highest in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Ettifaq are a little lower down that list at 2.80 per match on average.
However, one stat both sides share is GG. Both teams usually score when one of these sides takes to the field. Both teams have scored in 60% of both of these sides’ matches this campaign. Adding over 2.5 to this bet will boost the odds with BetKing.
Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq Bet 3: GG + Over 2.5 at 1.83 BetKing
Al-Wehda vs Al-Ettifaq Odds
Odds correct at time of publishing and are subject to change.
- Al-Wehda to win 2.10
- Draw @ 3.65
- Al-Ettifaq to win 3.15
