Predictions for the Saudi Pro League game Al Taawoun vs. Al Ettifaq
Al Taawoun - Al Ettifaq betting tip & best odds | 31.10.2026
Al Taawoun host Al Ettifaq at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off at 14:30 in Saudi Pro League Matchday 12. The league positions point to a difficult afternoon for the hosts, but their recent win and the closely balanced head-to-head record leave room for a competitive contest.
Betting tips for Al Taawoun vs Al Ettifaq
- Home win – Al Taawoun (Tip 1) at 2.29
Al Taawoun’s position near the foot of the table makes this a bold selection, but the price offers an opportunity to back a home response. They arrive off a 2–0 away win over Al Faisaly, a result that may provide a lift after a difficult league campaign. Al Ettifaq have been much stronger overall, yet their recent form includes draws and a defeat, so the visitors are not without vulnerabilities. Our main sports betting tip is to side with the hosts to turn their latest positive result into a league victory. - Both teams to score – Yes at 1.70
Al Ettifaq have scored 17 goals in 11 league matches and have shown they can produce away from home. Al Taawoun, meanwhile, have scored only five league goals, which makes this selection less straightforward; however, their recent 2–0 win suggests they may be finding a little more attacking confidence. The hosts also have a reason to take risks as they seek points, potentially creating chances at both ends. For betting tips today, the goals market is a reasonable second option, though it carries some risk given Al Taawoun’s low season tally.
Our football bets today focus on a home win and goals at both ends, with the league table favouring Al Ettifaq but recent results and the home setting offering Al Taawoun a route to an upset. Please treat these selections as predictions rather than guarantees and bet responsibly.
Best odds and bookmaker options
The best listed price for a home win is 2.29 with Afropari. For the draw, Mozzart offers 3.60, while the away win is available at 3.05, also with Mozzart. In the both-teams-to-score market, the Yes option is priced at 1.70 with Mozzart, and No is 2.15 with Paripesa. These odds reflect the contrast between Al Ettifaq’s stronger league campaign and Al Taawoun’s chance to take advantage of home conditions. Our experience comparing bookmakers shows that prices and available markets can vary, so it is sensible to check the latest terms before placing a wager. You can also explore our best betting sites page for more information.
Al Taawoun performance check
Al Taawoun have had a challenging start to the league season. After 11 matches, they sit 17th with four points, having recorded no wins, four draws and seven defeats. Their goal difference is also a concern: five scored and 19 conceded. At home, they have drawn three and lost two of their five games, so they are still waiting for their first league victory in front of their own supporters.
There has, however, been a recent positive sign. Al Taawoun beat Al Faisaly 2–0 away in their latest match across all competitions. That result followed a 1–2 away defeat to Al Riyadh in their most recent Saudi Pro League fixture. Across their last five games in all competitions, they have two wins, one draw and two losses. The mixed run does not erase their league difficulties, but it gives coach Vuk Rašović something to build on before this home test.
The key challenge will be turning improved confidence into consistent attacking output. Five league goals across 11 matches is a modest return, and the team will need more threat in the final third if it is to trouble an opponent with a positive away record. At the same time, Al Taawoun must tighten a defence that has conceded 19 times.
How is Al Ettifaq currently doing?
Al Ettifaq arrive in a much stronger league position. They are seventh with 18 points from 11 matches, having won five, drawn three and lost three. Their 17 goals scored show a more productive attack than Al Taawoun’s, although 16 conceded indicate that they can be exposed defensively. The visitors’ away record is particularly impressive: four wins and one draw from five league trips, with no defeats.
Their latest result was a 3–0 away win over Al Kholood, also the outcome of their most recent Saudi Pro League match. Over their last five games in all competitions, Al Ettifaq have claimed two wins and two draws, alongside one defeat. That sequence is steady rather than dominant, but the clean-sheet victory at Al Kholood provides a timely boost.
Coach Arthur Papas will want his side to carry that momentum into another away fixture. Al Ettifaq’s strong travel record makes them a credible contender, and their ability to score more freely gives them an obvious route to victory. Still, conceding 16 goals in the league suggests Al Taawoun could find opportunities, especially if the home side can build on its latest win.
The last direct duels
The most recent meeting between these clubs ended 1–0 to Al Ettifaq at home, both in the overall head-to-head record and in the Saudi Pro League. That narrow result points to a potentially close contest, although it also gives the visitors a recent psychological edge.
Across the last five meetings in all competitions, the balance is completely level: Al Taawoun have won twice, Al Ettifaq have also won twice, and the other match ended in a draw. There is therefore no clear historical dominance for either side. While past results cannot determine what happens on Saturday, the even record supports the possibility of a competitive match rather than an easy win for the higher-placed team.
Match outlook and final prediction
Al Ettifaq have the stronger season statistics, a much higher league position and an excellent away record. They have also scored more than three times as many league goals as Al Taawoun. Those factors make the visitors dangerous, and their 3–0 win over Al Kholood underlines their capacity to control a match.
Nevertheless, the home side’s recent 2–0 success gives this fixture an intriguing angle. Al Taawoun need points urgently, and a home win at 2.29 is an appealing, if adventurous, selection. The hosts’ poor league record means confidence should be measured, but their recent result and balanced head-to-head history provide reasons not to dismiss them. Our prediction is a narrow Al Taawoun win, with both teams scoring as a secondary option.
If you are looking beyond this fixture, our betting tips for tomorrow offer more match previews and predictions to consider. Compare odds carefully, keep your stakes within your limits, and remember that no football prediction is certain.
Performance
Al Taawoun performance of the last 5 home matches
Al Ettifaq performance of the last 5 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
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1
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Al Qadsiah
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28 | 12 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 32 | 12 | 20 |
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2
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Al Nassr
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28 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 11 | 17 |
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3
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Al-Hilal Saudi Football Club
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27 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 30 | 9 | 21 |
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4
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Al Ittihad
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24 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 21 | 11 | 10 |
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5
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NEOM SC
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22 | 12 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 8 |
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6
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Al Ahli SFC
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21 | 11 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 28 | 19 | 9 |
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7
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Al Ettifaq
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18 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 16 | 1 |
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8
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Al Diriyah
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15 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 13 | -3 |
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9
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Al Khaleej
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15 | 12 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 14 | 19 | -5 |
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10
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Al Shabab
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14 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 20 | 15 | 5 |
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11
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Al Kholood
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12 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 26 | -9 |
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12
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Al Riyadh
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12 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 25 | -14 |
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13
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Al Hazem
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10 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 20 | -6 |
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14
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Al Faisaly
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10 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 12 | 20 | -8 |
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15
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Al Fayha
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8 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 12 | 19 | -7 |
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16
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Al Fateh
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6 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 23 | -13 |
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17
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Al Taawoun
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4 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 19 | -14 |
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18
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Abha Club
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3 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 19 | -12 |
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