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Al Taawoun Eye Saudi Pro League Win Amidst Al Shabab's Slump
9 Jan
Summary
- Al Taawoun seeks to rebound after a loss, holding third place in the league.
- Al Shabab is in poor form, with only one win in their last twelve matches.
- Key players Roger Martinez and Yannick Carrasco are expected to make an impact.
Al Taawoun is set to host Al Shabab at the Al Taawon Club Stadium for their matchweek 13 fixture of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. The home team, known as 'The Wolves,' are in third place and are eager to bounce back after a recent defeat against Al Ittihad. Conversely, Al Shabab, the 'White Lions,' are experiencing a significant slump in form, currently sitting in 15th position with only one win from their first twelve matches.
This encounter is expected to be challenging for Al Shabab, who will be playing away from home and are coming off a 0-2 loss to Al Fateh. Al Taawoun, however, boasts a stronger recent record, having won three of their last five matches, and holds a favorable head-to-head record against Al Shabab. Players like Al Taawoun's Roger Martinez, with seven goals this season, and Al Shabab's Yannick Carrasco, who has scored five, are poised to be central figures.
The match is scheduled for Friday, January 9th, with kick-off at 08:35 p.m. IST. Al Taawoun enters the game with a fully fit squad, while Al Shabab faces absences due to injury and suspension. Given Al Taawoun's current form and home advantage, they are predicted to secure a victory, with a scoreline of 2-1 in their favor.
