The out-of-form Al-Ittihad will travel to King Fahd International Stadium to go one-on-one against Al-Shabab in a Saudi Pro League clash on Friday at 18:00 GMT.
Key Highlights
Al-Shabab have been in mixed form in recent matches. In their last five outings, they have won twice, drawn once, and lost twice. Overall, they have just three wins, three draws, and five defeats in their opening 11 matches in the Saudi Pro League season.
Al-Ittihad are facing significant pressure as their bad run of form continued last week in the Saudi pro League.
They have not won a match in their last four outings; they have managed three draws and one defeat, collecting three points from the available 12. Al-Ittihad have dropped down to 6th on the table with 21 points, eight points behind leaders Al-Hilal.
The focus for Al-Ittihad on Friday is to get back to winning ways and build confidence for the rest of the season.
Injury Report
Neither camp has reposted fresh injury worries ahead of their clash on Friday. The two sides will have access to their full squads, giving them the advantage of picking strong sides for the clash.
Team News
Al-Ittihad fielded a strong side in their 0-3 win away to Al Feiha in the King Cup of Champions; they are set to retain their strong side as they bid to change their form around, with Karim Benzema, Romarinho, Hamdallah, and Kante all expected to start against Al-Shabab.
Prediction
Al-Ittihad will win the match and return to winning ways on the fifth attempt in the Saudi Pro League.
