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- Competition: Saudi Professional League
- Date: Friday, 24th April, 2026
- Kickoff: 16:45 UK / 17:45 CEST
- Venue: Al Fateh club stadium (Al-Hofuf)
On Friday evening, two out-of-form teams, Al Fateh and Al Khaleej, will face off. Al Fateh are coming to the game on a three-game losing streak, while Al Khaleej drew 2:2 with Al GKholood and are hoping to end their six-game road winless streak.
Let's break down the game and find the best possible bet for this Saudi Professional League tie.
Al Fateh vs Al Khaleej Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Al Khaleej
0 : 1
Al Fateh
Pro League
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Al Khaleej
1 : 5
Al Fateh
Pro League
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Al Fateh
1 : 2
Al Khaleej
Pro League
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Al Fateh
1 : 2
Al Khaleej
Pro League
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Al Khaleej
1 : 3
Al Fateh
Pro League
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Al Fateh
2 : 0
Al Khaleej
Pro League
In the first H2H game this season, Al Fateh won 1:0 on the road in a pretty close game that could easily have ended in a draw. Looking further back, over the past ten H2H games, Al Fateh have won five times, while Al Khaleej have won three times.
Regarding the number of goals, seven of the past ten H2H games ended with three or more goals, while both teams scored in eight of those.
Al Fateh team overview
Al Fateh's results have steadily declined over the years. This year looked pretty promising, and after the first 15 rounds, they sat in 7th place. Unfortunately, since mid-January, they were atrocious, having won once in 13 games! Now, they are in 14th place with 28 points from 27 rounds - five points away from the danger zone, although with one game played fewer. Even though they are not close to relegation, their form is definitely worrisome.
After a 1:0 loss to Al Okhdood, coach José Gomes spoke to the media. He was very disappointed with the loss, especially since it came against another relegation candidate. The coach emphasized the need for the team to recover mentally and regroup for the crucial part of the season.
Last matches of Al Fateh
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Al Okhdoud
1 : 0
Al Fateh
Pro League
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Al Fateh
0 : 1
Al Hilal
Pro League
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Al Taawoun
3 : 2
Al Fateh
Pro League
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Al Fateh
1 : 1
Damac FC
Pro League
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Al Fateh
2 : 1
Al Okhdoud
Pro League
Al Fateh lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Fernando Pacheco
Defenders
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4
Ziyad Al-Jari
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78
Abdulaziz Al-Suwailem
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44
Jorge Fernandes
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17
Marwane Saadane
Midfielders
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15
Saeed Baattia
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28
Sofiane Bendebka
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33
Zaydou Youssouf
Forwards
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94
Abdullah Al-Anazi
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11
Mourad Batna
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23
Wesley Delgado
Al Khaleej team overview
Al Khaleej have been a mid-table team in the past three seasons since their return to the Saudi Arabian top-flight division. Like their opponent, Al Khaleej had a good start to the season but have crumbled since mid-January, having won just once in 12 games. Luckily for them, they are a comfortable eight points away from the danger zone, and with one game played more. Since there are only a few rounds left, we can say they are safe. Unfortunately, they missed the opportunity to have a much better season.
According to credible media reports, coach Georgios Donis is close to signing with the Saudi Arabian national team. There are speculations that he isn't with Al Khaleej at the moment and that he will most likely step away from his manager role at the club. Some speculate that the coach is days away from joining the NT and (potentially) leaving the club.
Last matches of Al Khaleej
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Al Kholood
2 : 2
Al Khaleej
Pro League
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Al Khaleej
0 : 5
Al Nassr
Pro League
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Al Khaleej
2 : 1
Al Hazm
Pro League
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Al Ittihad
1 : 0
Al Khaleej
Pro League
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Al Khaleej
2 : 3
Al Kholood
Pro League
Al Khaleej lineup
Goalkeeper
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49
Anthony Moris
Defenders
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39
Saeed Al-Hamsl
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13
Ahmed Asiri
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3
Mohammed Al-Khabrani
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5
Pedro Rebocho
Midfielders
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12
Majed Kanabah
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10
Konstantinos Fortounis
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21
Dimitrios Kourbelis
Forwards
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11
Paolo Fernandes
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9
Georgios Masouras
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90
Thamer Al-Khaibri
Prediction
Both teams are in terrible form. Al Fateh have won once in their last 13 games, while Al Khaleej have won once in their last 12 games. Still, we can see some signs of good football in Al Fateh's recent home games, considering they have won four points in the past three games, only losing to Al Hilal (1:0). But they were good in that match, and could easily have won at least one point against one of the league's best teams.
On the other hand, Al Khaleej have been winless in the past six road games, and it is difficult to expect a positive result. Also, there is a massive difference in motivation, as Al Fateh needs points much more to avoid relegation.
Moreover, Al Fateh won the first h2h game 1:0. Considering all the above, we believe that the hosts are closer to winning the upcoming Saudi Professional League tie.
3 Reasons why Al Fateh should (AH 0) win
- Al Fateh lost only to Al Hilal in the last three home games
- Al Khaleej failed to win in the past six road games
- Al Fateh won the first h2h game 1:0
Main prediction Al Fateh - Al Khaleej
AH1 (0)
Best Odds:
Al Fateh vs Al Khaleej standings in Pro League
| Regular Season | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al Nassr | 29 | 25 | 1 | 3 | 79 - 21 | +58 | 76 |
| 2 | Al Hilal | 28 | 20 | 8 | 0 | 75 - 25 | +50 | 68 |
| 3 | Al Ahli | 28 | 20 | 6 | 2 | 55 - 20 | +35 | 66 |
| 4 | Al-Qadsiah | 29 | 18 | 8 | 3 | 67 - 31 | +36 | 62 |
| 5 | Al Taawoun | 28 | 13 | 7 | 8 | 50 - 37 | +13 | 46 |
| 6 | Al Ittihad | 28 | 13 | 6 | 9 | 45 - 38 | +7 | 45 |
| 7 | Al Ettifaq | 29 | 12 | 6 | 11 | 41 - 50 | -9 | 42 |
| 8 | NEOM SC | 29 | 11 | 6 | 12 | 37 - 41 | -4 | 39 |
| 9 | Al-Fayha | 29 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 35 - 45 | -10 | 34 |
| 10 | Al Hazm | 28 | 9 | 7 | 12 | 31 - 48 | -17 | 34 |
| 11 | Al Khaleej | 27 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 46 - 46 | 0 | 31 |
| 12 | Al Shabab | 28 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 36 - 42 | -6 | 31 |
| 13 | Al Kholood | 29 | 9 | 2 | 18 | 38 - 57 | -19 | 29 |
| 14 | Al Fateh | 27 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 34 - 48 | -14 | 28 |
| 15 | Damac FC | 28 | 4 | 11 | 13 | 25 - 46 | -21 | 23 |
| 16 | Al Riyadh | 28 | 5 | 8 | 15 | 29 - 52 | -23 | 23 |
| 17 | Al Okhdoud | 28 | 4 | 4 | 20 | 23 - 59 | -36 | 16 |
| 18 | Al Najma | 28 | 2 | 5 | 21 | 27 - 67 | -40 | 11 |