Al-Shabab vs Al-Fateh prediction and betting tips on December 5, 2024
Game Prediction
On December 5, 2024, the 13th round of the Saudi Pro League will feature a match between Al-Shabab, a contender for the top spot, and Al-Fateh, one of the league's main underdogs.
Our Prediction for the Match: Al-Shabab vs Al-Fateh
The White Lions have won various trophies in their history, including league championships. However, their last titles—the Saudi Cup and Super Cup—were secured a decade ago in 2014. Last season, they finished in 8th place. The Sons of the Palm have a more modest history but edged out Al-Shabab in the previous season, finishing 7th with 45 points, one point ahead of their rivals.
Under Vítor Ferreira, who took charge in February, Al-Shabab has shown significant improvement. While Al-Ittihad and Al-Hilal dominate the league, Al-Shabab is realistically competing for third place, consistently securing wins despite losing 1-2 at home to Al-Hilal in the previous round. On the other hand, Al-Fateh, led by Gustafsson, has struggled all season. Their sole victory, against Al-Ahli in August, remains their only highlight, with only two draws added to their tally, leaving them at the bottom of the table.
Al-Shabab employs a pragmatic style, scoring just over 1.3 goals per match while conceding less than 0.7 on average. Al-Fateh’s performance reflects their position at the bottom, with an average of 0.7 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per game.
Key Statistics and Trends: Al-Shabab vs Al-Fateh
- Al-Shabab has won three of their last five league matches.
- Al-Fateh has lost nine of their 12 matches, including cup fixtures.
- The most common scoreline between the two teams is 1-1 (recorded 7 times).
- Al-Shabab has scored 25% of their goals between the 61st and 75th minutes.
- Al-Shabab has scored in each of their last 7 matches.
- Al-Fateh has conceded in each of their last 11 matches.
- Al-Shabab wins the first half in 26% of matches, while Al-Fateh does so in 25%.
Probable Lineups: Al-Shabab vs Al-Fateh
Al-Shabab (predicted lineup): Al-Maiouf – Renan, Houadt, Al-Shahrari – Al-Sibouani, Guanca, Al-Jouair, Cuéllar, Al-Tayyan – Bonaventura, Podence
Al-Fateh (predicted lineup): Sappanosh – Al-Qunaydiri, Al-Dahim, Saadan, Denayer, Al-Fuhaid – Al-Zaid, Al-Mousa, Bendebka, Batna – Al-Sharfa
Head-to-Head Matches: Al-Shabab vs Al-Fateh
The White Lions are unbeaten in their last four matches against Al-Fateh and secured a win in May after two consecutive draws.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: Al-Shabab vs Al-Fateh
The hosts are expected to secure a win against the league’s bottom team, with the only question being the margin of victory. Our pick: handicap -1 goal (odds – 1.64).
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