Al-Okhdood vs Al Shabab Prediction & Betting Tips

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Al Okhdood return home aiming to settle their form after a mixed sequence that has blended competitive displays with narrow defeats. Al Shabab arrive with a string of draws that highlight their ability to stay organised but also their struggle to find decisive moments. With both sides showing restraint in forward play, this match sets up for a controlled and tactical contest.

Al Okhdood Searching for Consistency

Al Okhdood’s performances have varied across their recent fixtures. Their 2-1 win at home to Al Najma showed sharper movement and better balance, while the 0-0 draw at Al Qadsiah highlighted a more patient approach.

Defeats at Al Fayha by 2-0 and at home to Al Hazm by 1-2 show they remain vulnerable to quick transitions, and the 3-1 loss at Al Hilal earlier in the season emphasised how they can be pushed back by sides with more drive. At home, however, they tend to stay compact and commit cautiously, which often leads to tight scorelines.

Al Shabab Lean on Defensive Structure

Al Shabab come into the fixture off four draws in their last five matches. Their 1-1 match against Al Ettifaq was another example of the balance they try to maintain, and the narrow 1-0 defeat at Al Hilal showed resilience even when pinned back.

Consistent 1-1 draws against Damac and Al Ahli underline their ability to slow matches down and limit space in central areas. Their home defeat to Al Kholood by 1-2 remains the only recent match where they have conceded more than once, suggesting improved organisation compared to earlier in the season.

Al Okhdood vs Al Shabab Prediction

The main pick of a draw matches well with the recent profile of both teams. Al Shabab have played four stalemates in their last five matches and approach games with caution, aiming to limit risk.

Al Okhdood have also delivered several close contests, including their 0-0 at Al Qadsiah and 1-1 meetings in previous head to head fixtures. Their styles often blend into controlled, low tempo passages that keep matches balanced.

Under 2.5 goals fits neatly alongside this. Al Shabab’s recent games have featured limited scoring, and even when goals arrive they tend to be isolated moments. Al Okhdood also show a pattern of restricted matches at home, leaning on structure rather than open play. Their head to head history features a 0-0 in April 2025 and a 1-1 in November 2024 which reinforce the expectation of a low scoring encounter.

Taken together, the trends point towards a tight tactical match where defensive spacing and patience shape the tempo. A cagey draw and a scoreline below three goals reflect the rhythm both sides have shown in recent weeks.

Peter Green- November 20, 2025

Al-Okhdood vs Al Shabab Betting Tips

Full Time Draw

OK

3.50 Odds

Under 2.5 goals

OK

1.80 Odds