Al Hazem vs. Al Riyadh, H2H, Preview and Prediction

Saudi Pro League: Al Hazem vs. Al Riyadh | Date: May 18, 2024 | Time: 18:30 Hrs. | Location: Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium, Abha, Saudi Arabia

Al Hazem is going head to head with Al Riyadh starting on May 18^th, 2024 at 18:30 Hrs. The match is a part of the Saudi Professional League. This match is part of round 32, in Saudi Pro League standing, Al Hazem stands on 18^th position with 20 points from 31 matches, while Al Riyadh stands at 14^th position with 30 points on points table.

Al Hazem vs. Al Riyadh H2H

Al Hazem averaged 0.94 goals per game throughout the actual season. The overall number of goals (both team and opponent) in 13 (86.67%) home games was more than 1.5 goals. Nine (60.00%) of the 2024 season’s home games had a total goal total (team and opponent) of more than 2.5 goals.

In the 2024 season, Al Riyadh averaged 0.90 goals per game. Out of the 12 (80.00%) away games, the total goals (both team and opponent) were more than 1.5 goals. The total goals scored by the away team in 10 (66.67%) of the games were against them. More than 2.5 goals.

Al Hazem has scored 14 goals (47% of their total) and conceded 39 goals (54% of their total) when playing at home. They rank 17th in the league for both home scoring and home defense, averaging 0.93 goals scored and 2.6 goals surrendered per game at home.

Al Riyadh has scored 15 goals (54% of their total of 28 goals) and conceded 33 goals (62% of their total of 53 goals) in their away games. They rank 13th in away scoring and 16th in away defense, with an average of 1 goal scored and 2.2 goals given up per away game.

The most common results in the previous seven head-to-head matches were 0 and 1 goal, both happening twice. Al Riyadh’s shot effectiveness was 250%, but Al Hazem’s was 90.91%.

Head- to- Head Analysis

Al Hazem and Al Riyadh have played 15 games against each other since 2008. Here is a head-to-head analysis of past games:

• Al-Hazem won six of them (for a total of 18 goals), Al-Riyadh won four, and five were drawn.
• Previous Head-to-Head Records between Al-Hazem and Al-Riyadh: Asian Handicap Win%: 25.0%, Total Goals Over%: 25.0%.
• In the last five games, Al-Hazem has won two, drawn one, lost two, given up 1.0 goals per game, given up 1.8 goals per game, and its Asian handicap win percentage is 40.0%.
• Al-Riyadh’s last five results were as follows: win percentage (80.0%), draw percentage (two), loss percentage (one), goals conceded per game (1.0), and total goals over percentage (40.0%).

Preview Al Hazem vs. Al Riyadh

Over their last five meetings, Al-Hazem has held the upper hand, clinching victory twice, while Al-Riyadh SC has struggled to secure a win, resulting in three draws. The goal difference of 6-3 favors Al-Hazem, showcasing their defensive prowess in thwarting Al-Riyadh SC’s attacking advances.

Statistical Insights

Delving deeper into the statistics reveals intriguing patterns of goal-scoring prowess and home-ground advantage. Al-Hazem boasts an impressive 34% of their goals scored between the 61st and 75th minutes, the highest percentage in the league. Conversely, Al-Riyadh SC showcases late-game resilience, with 39% of their goals coming in the final 15 minutes of play.

Goal-scoring insights and key players

Both teams entered the fray with mixed fortunes in recent matches. Al-Hazem has struggled to find consistency at home, enduring a streak of 7 matches without a win and failing to score in 6 out of 15 home matches this season. Meanwhile, Al-Riyadh SC has faced similar challenges on the road, failing to find the back of the net in 5 out of 15 away matches.

Individual brilliance often plays a pivotal role in determining match outcomes. Toze emerges as Al-Hazem’s talisman, leading the scoring charts with eight goals and providing crucial assists. On the other hand, Saleh Dallabah Al Abbas spearheads Al-Riyadh SC’s attacking endeavors, finding the net eight times and facilitating scoring opportunities for teammates.

As both teams gear up for another showdown on the pitch, anticipation mounts among fans, eager to witness the unfolding drama. With historical precedent favoring Al-Hazem and Al-Riyadh SC seeking to defy the odds, the stage is set for a riveting encounter that promises to captivate football enthusiasts and reaffirm the unpredictable nature of the beautiful game.

Al Hazem vs. Al Riyadh Prediction

The most likely result of this match, according to our analysis of all available data, including player stats and previous performances, is an Al Hazem win with a chance of 38.34%. The likelihood of an Al Riyadh victory is 37.21%, while the likelihood of a draw is 24.5%.

With an 8.47% chance, a 2-1 victory for Al Hazem is the most likely outcome. With such a result, the next most likely score lines are 1-0 (7.7%) and 2-0 (5.76%). The likelihood of an Al Riyadh victory is 1-2 (8.33%), but the likelihood of a draw is 1-1 (11.32%).

Also Read: Al Hazem vs Al Riyadh Live score