Al-Ahli vs Al-Qadsiah prediction and betting tips on February 25, 2025
Leo Peterson
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
On February 25, 2025, the 22nd round of the Saudi Pro League will feature a match between Al-Ahli and Al-Qadsiah at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah.
Preview
Al-Ahli remains firmly in 5th place in the standings, 14 points behind leaders Al-Ittihad. Under Matthias Jaissle’s guidance, the team has been on an impressive run, winning 7 of their last 8 matches with only one defeat. Their solid performances show that they are aiming to reduce the gap to the league leaders.
The key figure in Al-Ahli's attack has been English striker Ivan Toney. In the last seven matches, he has scored 7 goals and provided 1 assist, consistently contributing to his team’s success. Currently in his best form, Toney has become a vital player for Al-Ahli.
Al-Qadsiah, on the other hand, has made a swift transition to the top flight, having won the First Division title last season. They now occupy an impressive 3rd place, just 8 points behind the leaders, and are firmly in contention for high places in the league.
Mexican forward Julian Quiñones has been a standout for Al-Qadsiah, sitting 3rd in the league’s top scorer rankings with 14 goals. Like Toney, he has also registered 7 goals and 1 assist in his last 7 matches, making him one to watch in this encounter.
With both teams having such strong attacking potential, this match promises to be one of the most exciting fixtures of the round.
Possible lineups
- Al-Ahli: Mendy, Baker, Demiral, Dams, Yaslam, Al Muwalad, Kessi, Galeno, Weiga, Mahrez, Toney
- Al-Qadsiah: Castells, Thakri, Nacho Fernandez, Alvarez, Al-Ammar, Al-Katani, Fernandez, Almana, Puertas, Aubameyang, Quiñones
Match facts and H2H
- Al-Ahli has scored in every home game this season.
- In their last 9 away matches, Al-Qadsiah has scored more than one goal in all but one.
- However, in the last four head-to-head encounters, the "Total Under 2.5" bet has always been successful.
- In the last 5 meetings between the teams at Al-Ahli's home, the hosts have won 4 times, with only 1 defeat.
Prediction
This match is expected to be tight and unpredictable, with both teams capable of winning. With both sides boasting strong attacking forces and players like Ivan Toney and Julian Quiñones who can change the course of the game, we’re making a bet on Toney to score. The odds for this event are 2.3.
