Contest between Al-Ettifaq & Al-Wahda Mecca is shaping to be one of those affairs where recent results goes out the window. Underway
Al-Ettifaq’s been erratic, their displays fluctuating from inspired to questionable. Meanwhile, Al-Wahda Mecca’s fighting through a tough stretch, their rearguard looking unstable.
Checking past contests, it’s a toss-up. Al-Ettifaq’s taken the edge lately, but the game’s got a short memory.
Personal take: Each teams’ve got problems. Al-Ettifaq’s center park’s stuttering, while Al-Wahda Mecca’s forwards craves a cutting edge.
Across the Pro League, this fixture carries greater importance. The competition’s fight for European places means every outcome counts, and both clubs know a statement win here could shift momentum in the rankings. Recent form in the Pro League suggests neither side can afford mistakes, making this contest even more intriguing.
That said, there’s a feeling about this one—maybe, it’s the game where a player becomes a hero.
Bottom line: This ain't just another fixture—it's must-watch action with implications at both ends of the table. Don't miss it.
Al-Ettifaq: Marek Rodak, Madallah Al Olayan, Jack Hendry, Abdullah Ahmed Khateeb, Radhi Al-Otaibi, Alvaro Medran, Mukhtar Ali, Jalal Adel A. Al Salem, Georginio Wijnaldum, Demarai Gray, Abdullah Haji Radf
Al-Wahda Mecca: Abdullah Al Oaisher, Mohammed Al Otaibi, Jawad El Yamiq, Ali Makki, Ali Al Nemer, Alaa Hejji, Waleed Bakhashwain, Juninho Bacuna, Saad Bguir, Odion Ighalo, Abdulaziz Noor
The latest head-to-head meetings of contenders in every championship. Following this statistics we conclude that Al Ittifaq has better chance.
Over the last games Al-Ettifaq holds wins - 2, losses - 2 and draws - 1. Al-Wahda Mecca on the other hand holds the following results from the latest games: wins - 2, losses - 2 and draws - 1. Based on the games played a conclusion can be made that rivals are in similar shape.
Al-Ettifaq: Al Ahli Jeddah – (Win 1:3), Damac – (Draw 0:0), Al-Kholood – (Loss 1:0), Al Khaleej – (Win 2:1), Al-Ittihad – (Loss 3:2).
Al-Wahda Mecca: Al Hilal Riyadh – (Draw 1:1), Al Qadisiyah – (Loss 3:1), Al Fateh – (Win 1:0), Al Akhdood – (Win 1:2), Al Ahli Jeddah – (Loss 2:3).
