The Saudi Arabia Pro League returns on 15 May 2025 with an intriguing clash as Al-Raed take on Al-Ittihad. The match kicks off at 19:00 BST in the UK, which corresponds to 20:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain. This encounter comes in round 32 of the season and promises plenty of drama.
Hosted at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Buraidah, Al-Raed will be keen to capitalize on home support, while Al-Ittihad aim to tighten their grip on a potential league title. Both sides know how crucial these final rounds are for their ambitions.
How are both teams coming into this?
Al-Raed have had a mixed campaign so far, often resilient on home soil but struggling to find consistency. They sit mid-table and need little reminding that a victory here would boost their confidence as they look to secure safety and perhaps push for a higher finish.
Al-Ittihad, on the other hand, have been one of the standout sides this season, frequently picking up crucial points both home and away. They remain firmly in the title race and know that a win in Buraidah would be a major step towards lifting silverware at the end of May.
Our forecast
Given Al-Ittihad’s strong away record and efficient attacking displays, they enter this fixture as favourites. However, Al-Raed’s defensive resolve at home could make this a tight contest. We expect Al-Ittihad to edge the battle but not without a fight.
Our prediction is a narrow 2-1 win for Al-Ittihad, with both sides finding the net. A cautious bet on both teams to score alongside an away victory offers good value for punters looking for a balanced stake.
Best odds
- Bet365: Al-Raed 3.60, Draw 3.30, Al-Ittihad 2.05
- William Hill: Al-Raed 3.50, Draw 3.20, Al-Ittihad 2.08
- Betfair: Al-Raed 3.45, Draw 3.25, Al-Ittihad 2.10
