Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab Predictions

Prediction by The Form Guide — Al-Ittihad FC and Al Shabab arrive in sharply different form (11 vs 3 points from the last five) — routed to The Form Guide, which weights momentum most heavily.
Pro LeaguePro League · Saudi-Arabia
high confidence
Al-Ittihad FC

Al-Ittihad FC

AI Predicted Score

2 - 0

Al Shabab

Al Shabab

🗓️ Friday, 16 Oct 2026 at 21:00 GMT+3 (venue time) · 18:00 UTC (your time)📍 King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah

Win Probability (1X2)

Al-Ittihad FC 63%Draw 25%Al Shabab 12%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: Al-Ittihad FC Win

Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab: Match Preview

Al-Ittihad FC enter this clash in imperious form, unbeaten through seven league matches and collecting 17 points to sit second in the table. Their recent run includes four wins from five, with key attackers like En Nesyri and Ilenikhena finding the net regularly. In contrast, Al Shabab are mired in a winless streak, sitting 14th with just four points and only two goals scored in their last four outings, struggling to turn possession into meaningful chances.

The hosts’ attacking output has been relentless, averaging 17.2 shots and 5.6 on target per match over their last five, while conceding less than a goal per game. Al Shabab’s defensive issues are compounded by their inability to finish, with just one clean sheet and two goals scored in three away games. Al-Ittihad’s home record (three wins and one draw) further underlines the gulf in momentum, and the H2H record at King Abdullah Sports City is equally one-sided.

Given the contrasting trajectories, the model expects Al-Ittihad to assert control from the outset, likely striking before the half-hour mark and maintaining pressure throughout. Shabab’s lack of attacking punch makes a clean sheet for the hosts plausible, and unless the visitors can dramatically improve their end product, Al-Ittihad’s form and home advantage should see them through comfortably.

How Al-Ittihad FC and Al Shabab Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab 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 FCAl-Ittihad FClast 5 matches
Y. En NesyriXI
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

G. Ilenikhenasub/out
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

Georginio Wijnaldumsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

S. BergwijnXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Al ShababAl Shabablast 5 matches
R. B. Martinez TobinsonXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Y. CarrascoXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

J. BrownhillXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Al-Ittihad FC are riding a wave of momentum, unbeaten in seven and having taken 13 points from their last five matches, including wins over Al-Nassr and Al-Fayha. In contrast, Al Shabab have stalled, winless in their last five (DLLDD) and scoring just three goals in that span, with their only recent bright spot a goalless draw against Al-Fayha.

Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab — Last 7 Matches

Al-Ittihad FCAl-Ittihad FCLast 7 results
W3-1
W2-1
W2-1
D0-0
W3-2
W1-0
D1-1
W@ Al-Faisaly FC3-1
Wvs Al-Fayha2-1
Wvs Al-Nassr2-1
D@ Al-Fateh0-0
Wvs Al-Hazm3-2
W@ Al-Qadisiyah FC1-0
Dvs Al Kholood1-1

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games
  • +High-volume attack — 17 shots/game
Al ShababAl ShababLast 7 results
D0-0
L1-2
L0-2
D1-1
D3-3
D0-0
L1-3
Dvs Al-Fayha0-0
L@ Al Kholood1-2
Lvs Al-Hilal Saudi FC0-2
D@ Al-Hazm1-1
Dvs Al Riyadh3-3
D@ Al Khaleej Saihat0-0
Lvs Al-Qadisiyah FC1-3

Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
63%
25%
Al-Ittihad FC 63%Draw 25%Al Shabab 12%
Both Teams to Score
37%
63%
Yes 37%No 63%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
54%
46%
Over 2.5 54%Under 2.5 46%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
54%
46%
Over 9.5 54%Under 9.5 46%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab that most previews miss.

  • 1Al-Ittihad have scored in the first half in four of their last five matches, netting five first-half goals in that span.
  • 2Al Shabab have failed to score in two of their last three matches and average just 1.0 goal per game across their last five.
  • 3Seven of the last ten head-to-head meetings have seen at least three goals, but Al-Ittihad have kept Shabab scoreless in three of the last four at home.

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Al-Ittihad FC1.95

Expected goals · model says 1.95

Al Shabab0.85

Expected goals · model says 0.85

Win Probability
Al-Ittihad FC 63% Draw 21% Al Shabab 16%

Over 2.5 Goals

53%

BTTS: Yes

49%

Likely Scores

1-0 · 2-0 · 1-1

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The Case For This Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab Prediction

Al-Ittihad FC arrive at this fixture riding a wave of momentum, unbeaten in the league and having claimed four wins from their last five. Their attack has found rhythm, with En Nesyri and Ilenikhena contributing regularly, and they’ve shown resilience by coming from behind and scoring late in recent matches. In stark contrast, Al Shabab remain winless after seven league games, struggling to convert possession into goals and looking blunt in the final third. The tactical battle tilts heavily in the hosts’ favour. Al-Ittihad’s last five have seen them average 17.2 shots and 5.6 on target per match, while Shabab’s defence has conceded an average of 1.6 goals per game in the same span. Shabab’s away record is particularly concerning—just two goals scored in three away matches, and only one clean sheet in their last five overall. Set pieces could play a role, with both sides averaging over five corners recently, but Shabab’s lack of cutting edge limits their threat. Given these trajectories, the model expects Al-Ittihad to control proceedings early and capitalise on Shabab’s defensive frailties, likely securing the lead before half-time. Unless Shabab can find a spark in attack, the hosts’ form and home advantage should prove decisive, with a clean sheet well within reach.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Al-Ittihad FC are unbeaten in the league with a form string of DWWWD and four wins from their last five.

Attack

  • →Al Shabab have failed to win any of their seven league games, with a form string of DLLDD and just six goals scored all season.

Defence

  • →Al-Ittihad average 1.6 goals scored and only 0.8 conceded per game over their last five, while Shabab average just 1.0 scored and 1.6 conceded.

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🚩 Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab Corners Prediction

low confidence
10expected total corners
Over 54%
Under 46%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 4.4 corners for Al-Ittihad FC and 5.6 for Al Shabab, for an expected total of 10. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (54%). Over 8.5: 67% · Over 10.5: 42%.

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What History Says: Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab

Al-Ittihad have dominated the recent head-to-head, winning six of the last ten meetings and claiming a 2-0 home win last season. The fixture has typically produced goals, with seven of the last ten seeing over 2.5, but Shabab have struggled for goals in Jeddah, drawing blanks in three of their last four visits.

Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

6

Al-Ittihad FC wins

1

Draws

3

Al Shabab wins

60%10% draws30%
17 May 26Al Shabab vs Al-Ittihad FC3-2
27 Dec 25Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab2-0
29 Nov 25Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab4-1
20 May 25Al Shabab vs Al-Ittihad FC2-3
1 Apr 25Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab3-2
22 Jan 25Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab2-1

Things to Watch: Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab

  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds were available at the time of analysis, so value edges cannot be calculated.
  • ⚠️Lineups for both teams are not confirmed; late injuries or rotation could impact the predicted balance.
  • ⚠️Al-Ittihad have only kept one clean sheet in their last five, so a Shabab goal cannot be entirely ruled out.

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Final Verdict

Al-Ittihad FC 2–0 Al Shabab

The model projects a 2-0 win for Al-Ittihad FC, anchored by their current four-wins-in-five surge and Shabab’s ongoing attacking struggles. The strongest data point is the hosts' consistent shot production and home dominance, while the main risk is that Al-Ittihad’s defence—despite being solid—has only managed one clean sheet in their last five, leaving the door ajar for a surprise Shabab goal.

Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab: Common Questions

Who will win Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab?

Al-Ittihad FC are strong favourites, with a 63% probability to win based on their unbeaten start and four wins in their last five, while Al Shabab are winless in seven and average just 0.86 goals per game this season.

Will both teams score in Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab?

Both teams to score is rated at just 37%, as Al Shabab have failed to score in two of their last three and Al-Ittihad have conceded only 0.8 goals per game over their last five.

Can Al-Ittihad FC extend their winning streak?

The data suggests Al-Ittihad FC are likely to continue their strong run, with a 63% win probability and a 1.6 goals-per-game average over their last five, compared to a Shabab side that has not won in seven and struggles away from home.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Al-Ittihad FC vs Al Shabab: 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 Form Guide, the momentum specialist — weights the last five matches above everything. 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.

Last updated: 9 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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