Official Lineups for Jeddah Derby: Al-Ittihad vs Al-Ahli in Saudi Pro League Round 8
The official lineups for the Jeddah Derby between Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahli have been announced ahead of their Round 8 clash in the Saudi Pro League at King Abdullah Sports City.
The Saudi Pro League Round 8 derby between Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahli will kick off at 7:30 PM at the "Jewel Stadium," with both teams announcing their official starting lineups.
Al-Ittihad Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Rajkovic
Defense: Mohannad Al-Shanqeeti, Danilo Pereira, Hassan Kadash, Mario Mitaj
Midfield: Kante, Awad Al-Nashri, Roger Fernandez
Attack: Houssam Awar, Moussa Diabate, Karim Benzema
Al-Ahli Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Mendy
Defense: Majrashi, Demiral, Ibanez, Mohammed Bakr
Midfield: Kessi, Atangana, Milot
Attack: Riyad Mahrez, Firas Al-Breikan, Matheus
League Standings:
Al-Ittihad sits 8th with 11 points after 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses. Al-Ahli is 5th with 13 points, remaining unbeaten with 3 wins and 4 draws.
Match Outlook:
Al-Ahli aims to keep the pressure on the top-four teams, while Al-Ittihad seeks to bounce back after recent disappointing results. Brazilian star Fabinho will miss the match due to suspension.
Head-to-Head Record:
The teams have met 32 times since the 2008-2009 season. Al-Ahli won 13 matches, Al-Ittihad 10, with 9 draws. Al-Ahli scored 45 goals against 36 for Al-Ittihad.
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