Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ettifaq Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – January 16

Al-Ittihad

W D W W L

5th place in Saudi Professional League

0-1

16/01/2026 13:30

Al-Ettifaq

L W D W L

7th place in Saudi Professional League

Saudi Professional League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ettifaq on January 16, 2026 (kick-off: 13:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ettifaq preview before placing for you.

Al-Ittihad are currently 5th with 55 points after 34 matches.
Al-Ettifaq sit 7th with 50 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Al-Ittihad to win with probability 69%.
Head-to-head history favors Al-Ittihad, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Al-Ettifaq have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Pred

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Weather

13:30

2026-01-16

Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ettifaq - Prediction & Odds

Al-Ittihad

Al-Ettifaq

2026-01-16 13:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Al-Nassr	86	34	28	2	4	91	28	63
02 Al Hilal	84	34	25	9	0	85	27	58
03 Al-Ahli SFC	81	34	25	6	3	71	25	46
04 Al Qadsiah	77	34	23	8	3	83	34	49
05 Al-Ittihad	55	34	16	7	11	55	48	7
06 Al-Taawoun	53	34	15	8	11	59	46	13
07 Al-Ettifaq	50	34	14	8	12	51	55	-4
08 Neom SC	45	34	12	9	13	43	48	-5
09 Al-Hazm	42	34	11	9	14	38	57	-19
10 Al-Feiha	38	34	10	8	16	41	54	-13
11 Al-Fateh	37	34	9	10	15	41	55	-14
12 Al-Khaleej	37	34	10	7	17	54	62	-8
13 Al-Shabab	35	34	8	11	15	44	57	-13
14 Al Kholood	33	34	9	6	19	39	61	-22
15 Al-Riyadh	30	34	7	9	18	35	63	-28
16 Damac FC	29	34	6	11	17	32	55	-23
17 Al-Okhdood	20	34	5	5	24	27	70	-43
18 Al Najma(KSA)	16	34	3	7	24	32	76	-44

Head To Head

21/04/2025 14:00

Al-Ittihad

3 - 2

Al-Ettifaq

SPL

30/11/2024 10:25

Al-Ettifaq

0 - 4

Al-Ittihad

SPL

10/05/2024 14:00

Al-Ittihad

0 - 5

Al-Ettifaq

SPL

24/11/2023 11:00

Al-Ettifaq

1 - 1

Al-Ittihad

SPL

16/02/2023 13:30

Al-Ettifaq

0 - 3

Al-Ittihad

SPL

03/09/2022 14:00

Al-Ittihad

0 - 0

Al-Ettifaq

SPL

Al-Ittihad

50%

Draw

33%

Al-Ettifaq

17%

Al-Ittihad Last 6 matches

13/01/2026 13:30

Damac FC 1 - 1 Al-Ittihad SPL

09/01/2026 13:30

Al Kholood 0 - 4 Al-Ittihad SPL

03/01/2026 13:30

Al-Ittihad 1 - 0 Al-Taawoun SPL

31/12/2025 11:25

Neom SC 1 - 3 Al-Ittihad SPL

27/12/2025 13:30

Al-Ittihad 2 - 0 Al-Shabab SPL

23/12/2025 14:15

Al-Ittihad 1 - 0 Nasaf Qarshi ACLE

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Al-Ettifaq

12/01/2026 13:30

Al-Ettifaq 1 - 2 Al-Khaleej SPL

08/01/2026 13:30

Al Najma(KSA) 3 - 4 Al-Ettifaq SPL

02/01/2026 10:35

Al-Ettifaq 2 - 0 Al-Okhdood SPL

30/12/2025 13:30

Al-Ettifaq 2 - 2 Al-Nassr SPL

25/12/2025 13:30

Al-Riyadh 0 - 2 Al-Ettifaq SPL

12/12/2025 10:30

Al-Fateh 2 - 3 Al-Ettifaq INT CF

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

282

Avg. per game

1.06

Conceded

165

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored

190

Avg. per game

0.81

Conceded

169

Avg. per game

0.72

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 267 matches

YesNo

167 (63%)100 (37%)

In last 267 matches

NoYes

131 (56%)104 (44%)

Al-Ittihad

Recent matches

Al-Ettifaq

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Al-Ittihad

Al-Ettifaq

Shots

Al-Ittihad

Total shots

11.81 avg / game

Blocked

414 total

Avg. 2.96

Al-Ettifaq

Total shots

10.48 avg / game

Blocked

282 total

Avg. 2.47

Al-Ittihad Pass Al-Ettifaq

Total passes

92190

Avg. 485 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

61754

Avg. 401 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Al-Ittihad

267

Played games

Al-Ettifaq

235

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.34

Clean sheets

0.27

4.72

1261

Corners

939

4.00

5.98

1596

Throw-ins

1144

4.87

1.33

355

Offsides

272

1.16

1.87

499

GK saves

499

2.12

Al-Ittihad

DISCIPLINARY

Al-Ettifaq

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.56

417

364

1.55

0.11

0.12

8.51

2271

Fouls

1995

8.49

10.03

2679

Tackles

1881

8.00

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How We Build the Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ettifaq Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ettifaq on 16 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Saudi Professional League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ettifaq Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Al-Ittihad's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Al-Ettifaq's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Saudi Professional League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Saudi Professional League standings and the Saudi Professional League form table to understand exactly where Al-Ittihad and Al-Ettifaq sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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