Al Najma vs Al-Ahli Prediction & Betting Tips

Al Najma vs Al Ahli Match Preview

Al Najma welcome Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League on Thursday. The hosts are struggling near the bottom after a run of defeats, while the visitors continue to build rhythm in pursuit of a top-three push.

Recent form and quality suggest a clear difference between the sides, making this a test of damage control for Al Najma.

Al Najma’s Defensive Struggles Deepen with Each Round

Al Najma’s campaign has been defined by poor defensive organization. They suffered a 5-1 defeat at Al Khoolood in their last outing, which followed narrow home losses to Al Fayha and Al Ittihad.

Across their last five matches, Al Najma conceded at least twice in every game and have now lost four in a row. Even at home, their record offers little encouragement, as their last win came back in August.

The lack of composure under pressure continues to cost them, particularly in transition moments.

Al Ahli Maintaining Consistency in Unbeaten Run

Al Ahli approach this match unbeaten in their last five league fixtures. They earned a 1-1 draw with Al Shabab last time out and previously secured a 0-2 away victory at Al Hazm.

The visitors’ balance between attack and defense has improved since the early-season draws against Al Ettifaq and Al Hilal. They’ve scored in each of their last four matches while keeping multiple clean sheets, showing control and maturity in tight situations.

Their ability to dominate possession and convert early chances makes them heavy favorites here.

Smart Insights by LeagueLane®

• Al Najma lost four straight matches, conceding 13 goals in that run.
• Al Ahli are unbeaten in their last five league games.
• Al Ahli have kept three clean sheets across those fixtures.
• Al Najma conceded first in six of their last seven matches.
• Four of Al Ahli’s last five away matches ended Under 3.5 goals.

Al Najma vs Al Ahli Prediction

The Half-time Full-Time Al Ahli is the most suitable choice given the gulf in form and confidence. The visitors have the attacking precision to strike early and maintain control throughout.

Al Ahli’s organized defense and efficient transitions should prove too much for Al Najma’s fragile backline. A comfortable win looks likely, and another clean sheet is within reach.

With the hosts struggling to contain even mid-table opponents, this could be one-way traffic from the start. A 3-0 away victory fits both current form and betting logic.

Arun- October 22, 2025

Al Najma vs Al-Ahli Betting Tips

HT/FT Al-Ahli /Al-Ahli

OK

1.70 Odds

Al-Ahli 3-0

OK

7.50 Odds