The stage is set for Al-Ittihad v Damac on Monday, 26 May 2025. Fans in Italy, Germany, France and Spain can tune in at 20:00 CEST, while viewers in the UK have a 19:00 BST kick-off time. The match will unfold at the iconic King Abdullah Sports City, promising an electrifying atmosphere for this Saudi Pro League clash.
With the campaign entering its final stretch, every point matters. Al-Ittihad will be eager to press their title ambitions further, while Damac aim to finish the season on a high, potentially upsetting the Gergean giants on their home soil.
How are both teams coming into this?
Al-Ittihad arrive in high spirits after a string of convincing performances. The Jeddah side have been prolific in front of goal and boast one of the league’s stingiest defences. Their home form at King Abdullah Sports City has been particularly strong, with few visiting teams leaving with all three points.
Damac have enjoyed mixed fortunes this term. While they’ve shown resilience against top-half opposition, inconsistency has hampered their push up the table. Their away record is less impressive, but they have proved capable of springing surprises, especially on the counter-attack.
Our forecast
We expect Al-Ittihad to dominate possession and create the bulk of the chances. Their attacking flair and home advantage make them strong favourites to secure all three points. A win by at least a two-goal margin looks the most likely outcome.
That said, Damac’s pace on the break cannot be ignored. They may test the hosts on transition, but the gulf in quality suggests Al-Ittihad will control the game. Backing an over 2.5 goals market could also pay dividends given the home side’s scoring record.
Best odds
Bet365: Al-Ittihad 1.44, Draw 4.50, Damac 7.50
William Hill: Al-Ittihad 1.40, Draw 4.33, Damac 8.00
