Saudi Pro League: Al Fateh FC vs Al Nassr FC – Betting preview

Ace Football previews the Saudi Pro League round 22 match between Al Fateh FC and Al Nassr FC and offers team stats, betting tips and the latest odds.

Al Fateh FC welcome Al Nassr FC this coming Saturday in the Saudi Pro League, with the host motivated by the possibility of closing the gap in the table on the visitors. On the other hand, the latter could distance themselves even further with a win in this exciting round 22 match.

One spot behind the leader of the table, Al Nassr FC have claimed 49 points after 20 rounds, while Al Fateh FC have amassed 24 points and are now ranked as number 10 in the Saudi Pro League standings.

Form: Al Fateh FC vs Al Nassr FC

Al Fateh FC Form

Having collected three draws in their previous three matches, Al Fateh FC are on the lookout for a win again. Against Al Ittihad it finished 2-2, before a draw with Al Hazem in a 1-1 match. In their latest match, they once again had to settle for a tie after drawing 1-1 against Al Qadsiah. Al Fateh FC claimed a middle-of-the-road three wins in their previous six matches on home soil in the Saudi Pro League. They also drew two and lost one, as they scored 12 and conceded ten goals.

Al Nassr FC Form

Al Nassr FC look fabulous with three wins on the trot, starting off against Al Kholood, who were defeated by 0-3. Then, Al Riyadh got outclassed in a 0-1 win, before beating Al Ittihad by 2-0. Al Nassr FC managed a decent return of three wins in their last six Saudi Pro League away matches, in which they scored 11 while also conceding nine times. They also experienced one draw and two defeats.

Betting facts for Al Fateh FC and Al Nassr FC

Here are some facts that might be useful for placing bets on the upcoming game between Al Fateh FC and Al Nassr FC. The facts are based on the statistics from the last couple of matches that these teams played across all tournaments.

Players in form: Al Fateh FC vs Al Nassr FC

Cristiano Ronaldo scored just two goals in his last six games, but did manage 17 goals during the season so far. He will be eager to add to his total, when Al Nassr FC take aim at Al Fateh FC. This could be a good opportunity for him to improve his tally, and siding with him in the betting market look a decent prospect.

Popular betting markets: Al Fateh FC vs Al Nassr FC

Full-time result

Al Fateh FC won four of their previous 10 matches across all tournaments at Prince Abdullah Bin Jalawi Sport City Stadium. They drew two and lost four as well, while Al Nassr FC won seven of their last 10 games away. They drew one and lost two. Al Nassr FC won their last 6 matches on the bounce.

Both teams to score

Al Fateh FC scored the first goal in six out of their last ten games. Impressively, Al Nassr FC scored the first goal in eight out of previous ten games. Both teams have scored in the last 4 consecutive home games Al Fateh FC played. Al Nassr FC have won-to-nil in 4 consecutive games. Al Nassr FC were able to win five of these matches without conceding a goal. Perhaps a number worth keeping in mind for an accumulator, depending on your betting strategy. Al Fateh FC have scored in 4 consecutive league meetings with Al Nassr FC.

Total goals

Over 2.5 goals came out three times in the previous ten matches across all tournaments for Al Fateh FC, who scored an average of 1.4 goals along the way. Of the last ten games for Al Nassr FC, six had more than 2.5 goals, while they managed to score an average of 1.7 times goals per game. Al Fateh FC conceded a goal in their previous 7 matches. Al Nassr FC won without conceding a goal in their last four matches.