Al Ittihad vs Al Fayha

League leaders Al Ittihad will face Al Fayha in a Saudi Pro League match on Sunday at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium.

Both sides come into this game off the back of recent wins, but the hosts aim to extend their lead at the top of the table as they edge closer to securing another championship title.

After a thrilling 3-2 victory against rivals Al Nassr on Wednesday, Al Ittihad strengthened their position at the summit, now sitting six points ahead of second-placed Al Hilal.

Down 2-0 at halftime, Al Ittihad staged a comeback with goals from star striker Karim Benzema and Ngolo Kante within three minutes of the second half, before Houssem Aouar sealed the win with a dramatic stoppage-time strike.

With 22 victories, five draws, and three defeats in 30 matches this season, Laurent Blanc’s squad have collected 71 points, positioning them as the frontrunners for the Saudi Pro League crown.

Blanc’s team has been formidable on home soil, securing 14 wins and one draw in their 15 home league games—outpacing Al Hilal and Al Quadisiya, who each have 11 home wins.

Beyond their stellar home record, the hosts have been relentless in attack, scoring at least two goals in all but two of their home matches this season.

While Al Fayha celebrated a 2-1 victory over Damac in their most recent game, they face a daunting challenge against the league leaders, given their inconsistent performances.

The Knight of the South have struggled on the road, managing just three wins in their last 17 away matches.

Compounding their difficulties, the visitors have been leaky at the back, conceding 42 goals throughout the current campaign.

This defensive frailty will concern Al Fayha supporters, especially as their team has been outscored 16-3 across the last eight encounters with Al Ittihad in all competitions.

A loss for Pedro Emanuel’s side this weekend would extend their winless run against Al Ittihad to nine matches, dating back to a 1-0 King Cup victory in April 2022.

Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium is set for an exciting clash as league leaders Al Ittihad host Al Fayha in a crucial Saudi Pro League encounter.

The Tigers have been dominant this season, sitting comfortably at the top with 71 points from 22 wins, five draws, and just three losses. With only two more victories needed to secure the title, they’ll be eager to edge closer to glory in front of their home fans.

Meanwhile, Al Fayha arrive in 12th place with 33 points (7 wins, 12 draws, 11 losses), fresh off a morale-boosting victory over Damac. After flirting with relegation earlier in the season, their recent resurgence has been impressive. While Al Ittihad are heavy favorites, the visitors have shown enough resilience to potentially spring a surprise.