Last 5 matches · 1W-2D-2L · +1 goal difference
Last 5 matches · 0W-3D-2L · -4 goal difference
BetGenius backs Al Taawon or Draw (Double Chance) at 74% confidence — a solid call. Total goals: Under 2.5 Goals.
Al Taawon and Al-Fateh enter round five of the Saudi Pro League campaign both seeking their first league victory of the season. Tied on two points from their opening four fixtures, the sides sit 15th and 16th in the standings, making this early-season encounter crucial in steering clear of the relegation places.
Al Taawon have shown resilience at home, recording consecutive 0-0 draws against Al Khaleej Saihat and Al-Fayha. While their defensive solidity on home turf is evident with zero goals conceded in front of their supporters, finding the net remains a challenge. However, they hold a commanding recent head-to-head record against Al-Fateh, having won each of the last four meetings between the clubs.
Al-Fateh travel with serious offensive concerns, having managed just one goal across their four league outings and failing to score in three of them. Consecutive draws against Al-Faisaly FC and Al-Ittihad have stabilized their defensive structure slightly, but an away record that includes four goals conceded in two trips suggests they will face another demanding test.
Combined scoring rate: 0.3 goals per game (Al Taawon at home plus Al-Fateh away).
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Al-Fayha | 5 | -3 | 5 |
| 12 | Al Riyadh | 6 | -10 | 5 |
| 13 | Al Khaleej Saihat | 6 | -7 | 4 |
| 14 | Al Taawon | 6 | -3 | 3 |
| 15 | Al Shabab | 5 | -4 | 3 |
| 16 | Al-FatehRelegation - Division 1 | 5 | -4 | 3 |
| 17 | Al-Faisaly FCRelegation - Division 1 | 6 | -6 | 3 |
| 18 | AbhaRelegation - Division 1 | 5 | -7 | 1 |
Al Taawon have won 5 of the last 10 meetings, averaging 3.0 goals a game, both teams scored in 70% of them.
Settled results only — every published pick is recorded win or lose. Full track record →
Based on at least 20 settled predictions.Al Taawon remain unbeaten at home this season having kept clean sheets in both fixtures, while Al-Fateh have struggled for attacking potency with only one goal scored in four league games. Backing Al Taawon to win or draw is strongly supported by their recent head-to-head dominance, having won the last four meetings between the teams.
Published September 4, 2026. Form, team news and table context refresh automatically.
