NEOM v Al-Ettifaq prediction
Team pages: NEOM · Al-Ettifaq
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TACTIX’s model makes Home or Away the free pick for NEOM vs Al-Ettifaq, Pro League on Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:40 BST.
The match
NEOM host Al-Ettifaq in the Pro League (Saudi-Arabia) on Saturday 17 October (kick-off 16:40 UK); the model’s free pick is NEOM or Al-Ettifaq (no draw), a Bronze-tier call.
The key numbers
NEOM are unbeaten in their last four matches.
Al-Ettifaq are unbeaten in their last four matches.
Form and the table
Seven of NEOM’s last 15 results went over 2.5 goals (47%). Both teams scored in nine of NEOM’s last 15 results (60%). At home, NEOM have four wins, two draws and one defeat in their last 7 home matches — 2.00 points per game, scoring 1.86 and conceding 1.14. NEOM have scored 14 goals, the fifth-most (shared) of the 18 clubs (2026/27 so far). NEOM have conceded seven goals, the fewest (shared) of the 18 clubs.
Eight of Al-Ettifaq’s last 15 results went over 2.5 goals (53%). Both teams scored in eight of Al-Ettifaq’s last 15 results (53%). Away from home, Al-Ettifaq have four wins, two draws and one defeat in their last 7 away matches — 2.00 points per game, scoring 2.00 and conceding 0.86. Al-Ettifaq have scored 12 goals, the seventh-most (shared) of the 18 clubs (2026/27 so far). Al-Ettifaq have conceded 12 goals, the eighth-most (shared) of the 18 clubs.
NEOM (fifth) and Al-Ettifaq (seventh) are four points apart, 2026/27 so far. TACTIX’s Glicko-2 team ratings have NEOM the stronger side, 174 rating points above Al-Ettifaq (NEOM 1697, Al-Ettifaq 1522, after at least 42 rated matches each).
Head-to-head
The most recent meeting, on 21 May 2026, finished NEOM 1–1 Al-Ettifaq.
Team news
Predicted NEOM XI (4-4-2): M. Bulka, M. Sarr, N. Zézé, I. Hawsawi, M. Al Burayk, A. Koné, G. Masouras, K. Al-Absi, A. Al Oyayari, A. Lacazette, H. Camara — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, A. Lacazette (5.4 per match over eight appearances, five goals and one assist) and A. Koné (4.8 per match over eight appearances, four goals and one assist) have been NEOM’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for NEOM (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), A. Lacazette averages 1.8 shots per 90 over 633 minutes, with a shot in six of the last eight appearances. A. Koné averages 0.8 key passes per 90 over 669 minutes, with a key pass in five of the last eight appearances.
Predicted Al-Ettifaq XI (4-4-2): T. Al Jawsh, A. Khateeb, R. Al Otaibi, J. Hendry, M. Al Olayan, Á. Medrán, O. Duda, A. Kanté, B. Celina, M. Dembélé, K. Al Ghannam — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Álvaro Medrán (4.9 per match over eight appearances, two goals and three assists) and M. Dembélé (2.8 per match over eight appearances, three goals) have been Al-Ettifaq’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for Al-Ettifaq (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), Álvaro Medrán averages 2.8 key passes per 90 over 674 minutes, with a key pass in eight of the last eight appearances. M. Dembélé averages 3.1 shots per 90 over 639 minutes, with a shot in seven of the last eight appearances.
Written from the matches TACTIX holds for both sides; each figure names the games it is counted over.
The numbers
- Kick-off: · Pro League · King Khalid Sports City
- Model coverage: 246 markets priced for this fixture
- Head-to-head (last 2): NEOM 0 · draws 2 · Al-Ettifaq 0 · 1 goals/game
- Recent form: NEOM 3W 1D 1L · Al-Ettifaq 1W 3D 1L
NEOM v Al-Ettifaq (Pro League): the key numbers are on this page — and TACTIX’s live, market-by-market track record is one click away (as of 14 October 2026). See the live track record →
Key stats
Per game, last 8 completed matches, to 10 October 2026. Over/under figures use standard thresholds, not bookmaker lines.
| Per game | NEOM for / against | Line | Al-Ettifaq for / against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 1.75 for · 0.88 against n 8 Last 5 | 3our book | 1.5 for · 1.5 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Corners won | 4.63 for · 2.88 against n 8 Last 5 | 9.5standard | 6.25 for · 3.38 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots | 13.25 for · 10.88 against n 8 Last 5 | 19.5standard | 15.38 for · 10.5 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots on target | 4.25 for · 3.63 against n 8 Last 5 | 8.5standard | 5.63 for · 4 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Fouls committed | 10.88 for · 11.25 against n 8 Last 5 | 21.5standard | 11.38 for · 9.63 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Cards shown | 1.25 for · 2 against n 8 Last 5 | 3.5standard | 1.88 for · 2.13 against n 8 Last 5 |
NEOM
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muhannad Al Saad n 8 | 50.4 | 2.2 | 0.7 | — |
| Haroune Camara n 8 | 61.1 | 2 | 0.7 | — |
| Abdulmalik Al Oyayari n 8 | 70.9 | 1.9 | 1.4 | — |
| A. Koné n 8 | 83.6 | 1.6 | 1.9 | — |
| Khalifah Al Dawsari n 8 | 36.4 | 1.5 | 0 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| S. Benrahma n 8 | 64.8 | 4 | 2.1 |
| Muhannad Al Saad n 8 | 50.4 | 2.2 | 0.7 |
| Haroune Camara n 8 | 61.1 | 2 | 0.7 |
| A. Lacazette n 8 | 79.1 | 1.8 | 1.1 |
| A. Koné n 8 | 83.6 | 1.5 | 0.8 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| S. Benrahma n 8 | 64.8 | 1.2 | 0.3 |
| A. Al Anzi n 5 | 12.4 | 0 | 1.5 |
| V. Vada n 8 | 70.1 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| A. Lacazette n 8 | 79.1 | 0.7 | 0.1 |
| A. Koné n 8 | 83.6 | 0.5 | 0.1 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Mohannad Abu Taha n 8 | 42.1 | 4.3 |
| Mohammed Al Burayk n 8 | 43.9 | 3.3 |
| Abbas Al Hassan n 8 | 40.9 | 3.3 |
| Khalifah Al Dawsari n 8 | 36.4 | 2.8 |
| Abdulmalik Al Oyayari n 8 | 70.9 | 2.2 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| M. Bulka n 8 | 90 | 2.5 |
Al-Ettifaq
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Kanté n 8 | 83.3 | 3 | 0.1 | — |
| Meshal Ali Khayrallah n 8 | 20.8 | 2.2 | 0.5 | — |
| Yasir Shammari n 8 | 46.5 | 1.9 | 0.7 | — |
| Faris Al Ghamdi n 8 | 29.3 | 1.9 | 0 | — |
| J. Hendry n 8 | 75.9 | 1.6 | 0.4 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abdullah Al Ghamdi n 8 | 14 | 3.2 | 1.6 |
| M. Dembélé n 8 | 79.9 | 3.1 | 1.5 |
| Álvaro Medrán n 8 | 84.3 | 2.4 | 0.9 |
| B. Celina n 8 | 56 | 2.4 | 1.4 |
| R. Messi n 8 | 47.5 | 1.4 | 0.9 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Álvaro Medrán n 8 | 84.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 |
| O. Duda n 8 | 71.9 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| M. Dembélé n 8 | 79.9 | 0.4 | 0 |
| B. Celina n 8 | 56 | 0.4 | 0 |
| Jordan Larsson n 8 | 53.9 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Meshal Al Alaeli n 8 | 32.6 | 3.8 |
| Faris Al Ghamdi n 8 | 29.3 | 3.8 |
| A. Kanté n 8 | 83.3 | 2.4 |
| Madallah Al Olayan n 8 | 63.3 | 2.1 |
| Yasir Shammari n 8 | 46.5 | 1.9 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| M. Rodák n 8 | 90 | 3.2 |
| Turki Ba Al Jawsh n 7 | 90 | 2.4 |
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Form, head-to-head & standings
The numbers behind NEOM v Al-Ettifaq — recent results, past meetings and where each side sits. (TACTIX’s model forecast is in the projections below.)
- 2026-05-21 NEOM 1–1 Al-Ettifaq
- 2026-01-21 Al-Ettifaq 0–0 NEOM
Frequently asked questions
- Who is predicted to win NEOM vs Al-Ettifaq?
- TACTIX’s free model pick for NEOM v Al-Ettifaq is Home or Away (best price 1.29 at William Hill).
- What is the head-to-head record between NEOM and Al-Ettifaq?
- In their last 2 meetings, NEOM won 0, Al-Ettifaq won 0 and there were 2 draws, averaging 1 goals per game.
- What is the recent form of NEOM and Al-Ettifaq?
- Recent form — NEOM 3W 1D 1L; Al-Ettifaq 1W 3D 1L.
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