Al-Akhdoud and Al-Tai will go one-on-one in the Saudi Pro League on Thursday at Prince Hathloul Bin Abdul Aziz Sport City Stadium, with kickoff slated for 15:00 GMT.
Key Highlights
Al-Akhdoud have won twice in their last five matches, losing the other three matches. Their season has been riddled with inconsistency and bluntness in front of goal. They have managed just 25 goals in 16 outings in the Saudi Pro League, on their way to 4 wins, one draw and 11 losses.
Al-Akhdoud have conceded 25 goals in the process, highlighting their challenges with keeping clean sheets. They will look to bounce back to winning ways when they host Al-Tai on Thursday.
Al-Tai’s two-match winning run was ended last time out in the Saudi Pro League when they lost 1-2 at home to leaders Al-Hilal. However, they have showed some upswing in form in recent matches.
Al-Tai will look to bolster their record this season, which has seen them score 20 times and concede 32 times. Their 17 points from 5 wins, two draws and 9 defeats, has them sitting 12th on the table.
Injury Report
Neither side has reported fresh injury worries ahead of Thursday’s clash.
Team News
Al-Tai’s midfielder Tariq Mohammed has been talismanic for his side in recent matches. He is expected to start this pivotal match on Thursday.
Solomon Kvirkvelia, Al-Akhdoud’s center-back, will be important for them when they visit Al-Tai; the away side need to start keeping clean sheets and the defender will be at the heart of defense for Al-Akhdoud.
Prediction
Al-Tai will win the home match and get back to winning ways.
