Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha Predictions
Pro League · Saudi-Arabia
Al-Ittihad FC
Full Time
2 - 1
AI predicted 2 - 0
Al-Fayha
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Match Result: Al-Ittihad FC Win
Match Result
7.6/10Al-Ittihad Edge Al-Fayha in Jeddah Thriller with Narrow 2-1 Victory
Al-Ittihad FC claimed a hard-fought 2-1 win over Al-Fayha at King Abdullah Sports City, with both sides delivering an engaging contest that kept fans on edge until the final whistle. The hosts struck first just before halftime, but Al-Fayha responded almost instantly, setting up a tense second period. Ultimately, it was a composed finish midway through the second half that proved decisive, as Al-Ittihad held off late pressure to secure all three points. The match was characterized by attacking intent from both teams, with Al-Ittihad registering 21 shots (7 on target) and narrowly edging possession at 51%. Al-Fayha, lining up in a compact 4-4-1-1, were dangerous on the counter and managed 15 shots of their own, but were unable to find a second breakthrough. Tactical discipline, timely interventions, and a clinical edge in key moments defined Al-Ittihad’s victory.
😅 AI Prediction Report
CLOSE BUT NO CIGARPredicted
2 - 0
Actual
2 - 1
💰 Bet Results1/3 hit
Key Moments
43' — Goal
G. Ilenikhena opens the scoring for Al-Ittihad, capping a sustained spell of pressure.
45' — Goal
Lázaro levels for Al-Fayha on the stroke of halftime, finishing a swift counter-attack.
68' — Goal
Al-Ittihad retake the lead with a well-worked move, restoring their advantage.
74' — Yellow Card
Al-Ittihad pick up a yellow card as the contest intensifies.
80' — Yellow Card
Al-Fayha receive a booking as they chase an equalizer.
Al-Ittihad FC
Al-Ittihad FC started with a 4-2-3-1 formation, looking to control the tempo and press high up the pitch. Their attacking midfield trio, supported by solid holding midfielders, created numerous chances, reflected in their 21 shots and 7 on target. The hosts showed resilience after conceding an equalizer just before halftime, regaining composure and retaking the lead in the 68th minute. Defensively, they were organized, limiting Al-Fayha to just 4 shots on target, and managed the closing stages well to see out the win. Despite a brief lapse leading to Al-Fayha’s goal, Al-Ittihad’s blend of creativity and work rate in midfield proved decisive. Their ability to respond positively after setbacks and maintain attacking impetus was central to their success.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Al-Fayha
Al-Fayha set up in a disciplined 4-4-1-1, focusing on compactness and quick transitions. Despite seeing slightly less of the ball (49% possession), they posed a real threat on the break, managing 15 shots and scoring a well-timed equalizer on the stroke of halftime. Their midfield, led by Alfa Semedo and Hugo Moura, worked tirelessly to disrupt Al-Ittihad’s rhythm and launch counters. However, Al-Fayha struggled to maintain their attacking momentum in the second half, and their limited set-piece opportunities (just 2 corners) curtailed their ability to apply sustained pressure. While defensively solid for long spells, they were ultimately undone by a moment of quality midway through the second period.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Tactical Analysis
Al-Ittihad’s 4-2-3-1 allowed them to dominate central areas, with their double pivot providing a platform for the attacking trio to interchange and create overloads. The full-backs supported attacks selectively, balancing width with defensive stability. Pressing high, they forced turnovers and generated a high shot count. Al-Fayha’s 4-4-1-1 prioritized compactness, with Alfa Semedo sitting deep to shield the defense and Hugo Moura tasked with linking play. Their best moments came on the break, exploiting spaces left by Al-Ittihad’s advanced midfielders. However, as the match wore on, their attacking transitions became less frequent, and substitutions aimed at injecting fresh legs could not turn the tide.
Turning Point
The 68th-minute goal that restored Al-Ittihad’s lead proved decisive, shifting momentum and forcing Al-Fayha to chase the game.
Man of the Match
G. Ilenikhena
His opening goal and relentless attacking presence set the tone for Al-Ittihad’s victory.
Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha: Match Preview
Al-Ittihad FC enter this fixture unbeaten in their opening four league matches (W2 D2), sitting fifth in the table and showing a blend of defensive resilience and sporadic attacking output. Their home record—one win and one draw, with four goals scored and three conceded—reflects a side that controls matches but rarely blows teams away. Al-Fayha, by contrast, have struggled for consistency, taking just four points from their first four games (W1 D1 L2) and sitting 11th, with a negative goal difference and only one goal scored away from home.
The statistical matchup is defined by Al-Ittihad's defensive strength against Al-Fayha's modest attack. The hosts average 1.25 goals scored and 0.75 conceded per game this season, with a 50% clean sheet rate and three shutouts in their last five. Al-Fayha's away record is less convincing: one goal scored and two conceded in two matches, and their overall shot output (10.2 per game) lags behind Al-Ittihad's (11.8). Set piece data shows Al-Ittihad averaging four corners per match in their last five, while Al-Fayha average just 2.6, suggesting the hosts will have more opportunities from dead balls. Both sides have been relatively disciplined, with Al-Fayha averaging just 0.6 yellow cards per game recently.
Given the rates, the model expects a low-to-moderate scoring environment, with Al-Ittihad's defensive baseline and home shot volume tipping the balance. The most likely scenario is the hosts controlling possession, limiting Al-Fayha's chances, and finding one or two goals—especially in the first half, where Al-Ittihad have scored six of their last eight. The historical H2H dominance (six wins, four draws in the last ten) further underlines the statistical edge.
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Over 2.5 Goals
46%
BTTS: Yes
45%
Likely Scores
1-0 · 2-0 · 1-1
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Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha Prediction Confidence at a Glance
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Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha that most previews miss.
- 1Al-Ittihad have scored six of their last eight goals in the first half across all competitions.
- 2Al-Fayha have failed to score in four of their last five away matches against Al-Ittihad.
- 3Al-Ittihad's matches have finished under 2.5 goals in three of four league games this season.
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Where the Model Sees Value: Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha(3)
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Match Result: Al-Ittihad FC Win
Al-Ittihad FC have averaged just 0.75 goals conceded per game this season and boast a 50% clean sheet rate; Al-Fayha have managed only one goal in two away games and have never beaten Al-Ittihad in ten H2H meetings.
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BTTS: No
Al-Ittihad have kept three clean sheets in their last five and Al-Fayha have failed to score in two of their last five, while the H2H shows Al-Fayha blanking in four of their last five visits to Jeddah.
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Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5
Al-Ittihad's matches have gone under 2.5 goals in three of four league games (25% over 2.5), while Al-Fayha have scored just once away from home.
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The Case For This Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha Prediction
Al-Ittihad FC's defensive solidity at home and Al-Fayha's limited attacking output on the road point to a controlled, low-scoring encounter, with the hosts' superior shot volume and historical dominance giving them a clear edge.
Key Factors at a Glance
Defence
- →Al-Ittihad FC have conceded just three goals in four league matches (0.75 per game).
Match Context
- →Al-Fayha have scored only one away goal in two league outings this season.
- →Al-Ittihad have won six and drawn four of the last ten H2H meetings; Al-Fayha have never won.
🚩 Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha Corners Prediction
medium confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 4.3 corners for Al-Ittihad FC and 4 for Al-Fayha, for an expected total of 8.3. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (67%). Over 8.5: 45% · Over 10.5: 22%.
How Al-Ittihad FC and Al-Fayha Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.
Al-Ittihad FClast 5 matchesIn exceptional form
Scoring consistently
Occasional threat
Al-Fayhalast 5 matchesRegular contributor
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Al-Ittihad FC are unbeaten in their last five, with three wins and two draws, and have kept three clean sheets in that span. Al-Fayha, meanwhile, have just one win in their last five and have conceded seven goals in four league matches, showing less defensive solidity and a patchy attack.
Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha — Last 6 Matches
Strengths
- +4/5 wins in last 5 — excellent form
- +High-volume attack — 16 shots/game
Strengths
- +Over 2.5 goals in 83.33% of games this season
What History Says: Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha
Al-Ittihad FC have dominated this fixture historically, winning six and drawing four of the last ten meetings. Al-Fayha have not beaten Al-Ittihad in any of those encounters and have failed to score in four of their last five visits to Jeddah.
Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha Head-to-Head History
Last 10 meetings between these sides
6
Al-Ittihad FC wins
4
Draws
0
Al-Fayha wins
Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha
With no bookmaker odds available, it's not possible to identify explicit value edges. However, the model's strong lean to Al-Ittihad and the 'BTTS: No' market would warrant attention if market prices are close to even money or better. The under 2.5 goals market also looks slightly underappreciated based on both teams' recent scoring rates.
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Over/Under 2.5
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Things to Watch: Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha
- ⚠️Small sample size for both teams' current season away/home splits (only two matches each).
- ⚠️No bookmaker odds available, so value assessment is limited.
- ⚠️Early season form can be volatile; squad rotations or late transfers could impact lineups.
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Final Verdict
Al-Ittihad FC 2–0 Al-FayhaThe model projects a 2-0 win for Al-Ittihad FC, with the single strongest data point being their 0.75 goals conceded per game and 50% clean sheet rate this season. The likeliest way this forecast could go wrong is if Al-Fayha convert a rare chance or if Al-Ittihad's attack underperforms against a compact visiting side.
Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha: Common Questions
Who will win Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha?
Al-Ittihad FC are favoured with a 58% win probability, based on their unbeaten start, 50% clean sheet rate, and a dominant H2H record (six wins, four draws in the last ten). Al-Fayha have only a 14% chance of victory by the model's estimate.
Will both teams score in Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha?
The model gives a 33% probability to both teams scoring, with Al-Ittihad keeping three clean sheets in their last five and Al-Fayha failing to score in two of their last five. The 'No' outcome is more likely at 67%.
Is under 2.5 goals a good bet for Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha?
Under 2.5 goals is slightly favoured at 52%, reflecting Al-Ittihad's 25% over 2.5 rate this season and Al-Fayha's limited away output. The most common scorelines in the data are 2-0 and 1-0.
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Al-Ittihad FC vs Al-Fayha: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
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