On November 10th, Al-Ittihad will take on Abha. This will be the first match for the Tigers after they terminated a contract with Nuno Espirito Santo. They have poor results and will be motivated to bounce back immediately.
Key Highlights
Al-Ittihad
Al-Ittihad sit sixth in the table, having collected 21 points after 12 matches. They are 11 points behind the leaders Al-Hilal and claiming the title will be extremely difficult. Moreover, the team seem to be have problems with discipline.
After losing Al Quwa Al Jawiya, Al-Ittihad announced that they would part ways with Nuno Espirito Santo. The former Wolves coach reportedly had problems with Karim Benzema and the results were frustrating.
Abha
Abha on the other hand have a really good period. They are on a three-match winning streak and most recently they beat Al-Akhdoud in a 3-2 thriller. The team only have 13 points after 12 matches.
Offensively, Abha don’t display good results. They have only scored 13 goals so far conceding 23. However, considering Al-Ittihad’s recent form they might look forward to victory.
Injury Report
Al-Ittihad will be without an Egyptian centre-back Ahmed Hegazy. Also Abdullah Al-Jadani is absent due to an ACL injury sustained in May. Ahmed Bamasud is doubtful after being injured in the Asian Champions League match.
Abha will be without Saleh Al Qumayzi who limped off in the previous game against Al-Akhdoud.
Team News
Karim Benzema has a poor form and it is vital to recover the form. The team will have Hassan Khalifa as an interim coach. Abha will be ready to cause problems for the opposing side, having a successful run.
Prediction
Al-Ittihad may have been struggling, but after the release of Nuno Espirito Santo, they will be motivated to achieve a victory. Also, they have better players and stars in their squad. We think that the Tigers will win this match convincingly.
