On 09.09.2026, the Saudi Arabia Pro League will see Al Kholood challenge Al Shabab in what is shaping up to be a closely fought encounter. Our expert analysis delves into the form and strategies of both teams, providing a clear prediction that emphasizes the strengths and weaknesses of Al Kholood and Al Shabab. If you’re looking to bet, our insights could be invaluable in making a well-informed decision.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Al-Ahli Jeddah | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11/6 | 9 |
| 6 | Al Kholood | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 10/7 | 9 |
| 7 | NEOM | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7/4 | 9 |
| 13 | Al Taawon | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3/5 | 3 |
| 14 | Al Shabab | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 5/9 | 3 |
| 15 | Al-Fateh | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1/5 | 3 |
Key Player Statistics: Al Kholood vs Al Shabab
Al Kholood vs Al Shabab Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro League | Al Kholood | Al Shabab | 07.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| Pro League | Al Shabab | Al Kholood | 25.09.2025 | 1-2 |
| Pro League | Al Shabab | Al Kholood | 10.04.2025 | 2-0 |
| Pro League | Al Kholood | Al Shabab | 07.11.2024 | 0-2 |
| King's Cup | Al Kholood | Al Shabab | 24.09.2024 | 1-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro League | Al-Fayha | Al Kholood | 03.09.2026 | 2-2 |
| Pro League | Al Kholood | Al-Ahli Jeddah | 29.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| Pro League | Al Diriyah | Al Kholood | 26.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Pro League | Al Kholood | Al Taawon | 22.08.2026 | 3-2 |
| Pro League | Al-Ittihad FC | Al Kholood | 15.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Luton | Al Kholood | 25.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Albacete | Al Kholood | 21.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Kaizer Chiefs | Al Kholood | 15.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| King's Cup | Al Kholood | Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 08.05.2026 | 1-2 |
| King's Cup | Al Kholood | Al-Ittihad FC | 18.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro League | Al Shabab | Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 04.09.2026 | 0-2 |
| Pro League | Al-Hazm | Al Shabab | 30.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Pro League | Al Shabab | Al Riyadh | 25.08.2026 | 3-3 |
| Pro League | Al Khaleej Saihat | Al Shabab | 22.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Pro League | Al Shabab | Al-Qadisiyah FC | 13.08.2026 | 1-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Al Shabab | MC Alger | 03.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Al Shabab | Al Ahli Doha | 30.07.2026 | 3-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Al Shabab | Al Nasr | 26.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| King's Cup | Al-Ittihad FC | Al Shabab | 29.11.2025 | 4-1 |
| King's Cup | Al Shabab | Al Zulfi | 28.10.2025 | 1-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Al Kholood VS Al Shabab
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Al Kholood vs Al Shabab
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Al Kholood vs Al Shabab
htmlThere's something brewing in the Saudi Pro League, and this weekend's clash between Al Kholood and Al Shabab is shaping up to be one of the most fascinating fixtures of the early season. These two sides are heading in completely opposite directions — and the numbers tell the story.
Al Kholood sit fifth with nine points from five games. That's three wins, two draws, and a goals tally of ten scored. They're flying. Al Shabab, meanwhile, are down in thirteenth with just three points and nine goals conceded. The contrast is stark.
Here's what you need to watch for: the head-to-head record actually favors Al Shabab when you go back further. They've won three of the last five meetings between these clubs. But context matters. Al Shabab this season looks nothing like the team that caused problems in previous campaigns. They've lost to Al-Qadisiyah, been hammered 1-5 by Al Taawon at home, and just fell 0-2 to Al-Hilal in their most recent outing. That's a side leaking confidence.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Al Shabab being a "big club" in Saudi football. Right now, their numbers are genuinely worrying. Nine goals against in five games. Yannick Carrasco is their only notable contributor with two goals, but one man cannot carry a squad that's collapsing at the back.
Al Kholood, by contrast, look vibrant. Iker Kortajarena and J. Domingues share the scoring burden with three goals each. Coba adds creativity from midfield with two assists already. This is a team with balance and firepower — exactly what you want when you're playing at home.
Here's the surprising statistical insight that should sharpen your thinking: Al Kholood have scored in every single Pro League game this season, netting ten goals across five matches. Al Shabab have kept zero clean sheets in those same five games. That combination screams goals from the home side.
The betting angle here is interesting. Al Kholood are priced at 3.00 to win — that feels generous given the form gap. Al Shabab at 2.05 looks like it's riding on reputation rather than current reality. I'd be targeting Al Kholood to win and both teams to score, given how open Al Shabab have been defensively while still registering five goals of their own.
I'm predicting Al Kholood to win 2-1. Kortajarena or Domingues gets on the scoresheet — possibly both. Carrasco nicks one for Al Shabab late on, because that's the kind of quality he carries. But the three points stay home.
Saturday night football in Saudi Arabia just got a little more compelling. Don't miss this one.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Buckley | England | 26 | Midfielder | 173 | n/a |
| S. Pinas | Suriname | 28 | Defender | 182 | 71 |
| Abdulrahman Al Dosari | Saudi Arabia | 28 | Midfielder | 179 | 68 |
| Ramzi Solan | Saudi Arabia | 28 | Defender | 170 | 66 |
| J. Domingues | France | 30 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| E. Utkus | Lithuania | 26 | Defender | 190 | 77 |
| Iker Kortajarena | Spain | 26 | Midfielder | 179 cm | 73 kg |
| S. Cissé | Guinea | 25 | Midfielder | 177 | 72 |
| Coba | Spain | 24 | Midfielder | 182 | 73 |
| Abdulaziz Al Elewai | Saudi Arabia | 22 | Midfielder | 182 | 69 |
| Mohammed Al Rashdi | Saudi Arabia | 24 | Midfielder | 169 | n/a |
| Yaseen Al Zubaidi | Saudi Arabia | 23 | Attacker | 176 | 62 |
| Muhannad Al Yahya | Saudi Arabia | 21 | Goalkeeper | 180 | 70 |
| Muhammad Sawan | Saudi Arabia | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Sultan Al Shehri | Saudi Arabia | 31 | Defender | 179 | n/a |
| Hamed Abdullah Yousef | Saudi Arabia | 21 | Goalkeeper | 195 | n/a |
| Abdulrahman Al Obaid | Saudi Arabia | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Yazan Madani | Saudi Arabia | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Abdullah Al Ajyan | Saudi Arabia | 21 | Attacker | 172 cm | n/a |
| M. Al Yahya | n/a | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T. Partey | Ghana | 33 | Midfielder | 185 | 77 |
| T. Jedvaj | Croatia | 30 | Defender | 184 | 82 |
| Y. Adli | France | 26 | Midfielder | 186 | 73 |
| Daniel Podence | Portugal | 30 | Midfielder | 165 | 58 |
| Y. Carrasco | Belgium | 33 | Midfielder | 180 | 67 |
| J. Brownhill | England | 30 | Midfielder | 180 cm | 69 kg |
| Roger Martínez | Colombia | 32 | Attacker | 180 | 83 |
| Carlos Júnior | Brazil | 31 | Attacker | 176 | 75 |
| Mohammed Fuad Ibrahim Al Thani | Saudi Arabia | 29 | Defender | 178 | 70 |
| Abdulrahman Al Obud | Saudi Arabia | 31 | Attacker | 174 | 70 |
| Ali Al Asmari | Saudi Arabia | 29 | Midfielder | 184 | 76 |
| M. Diaw | Senegal | 33 | Goalkeeper | 197 | 95 |
| Mohammed Al-Mahasneh | Saudi Arabia | 0 | Goalkeeper | ||
| Awad Al Nashri | Saudi Arabia | 24 | Midfielder | 175 | 71 |
| Abdullah Matuq | Saudi Arabia | 23 | Attacker | 170 | 70 |
| Hussain Al Sibyani | Saudi Arabia | 25 | Defender | 168 | 60 |
| Dhari Al Anazi | Saudi Arabia | 26 | Defender | 168 | 60 |
| Hisham Al Dubais | Saudi Arabia | 24 | Attacker | 170 | 69 |
| Ali Makki | Saudi Arabia | 27 | Defender | 180 | 84 |
| Mubarak Al Rajeh | Saudi Arabia | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
Al Kholood vs Al Shabab match odds
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