Football Result

João Costa 45'+6'
Malcom 57'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
29.5%
25.5%
45%
That's quite a surprise.
Power Comparison in the League
0.454
0.801
Game Stats
Goals
1
1
Shots on Target
3
6
Shots
11
15
Possession
38.9%
61.1%
Fouls
14
12
Yellow Cards
3
2
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
6
9
Offsides
0
0
Saves
5
2
Team Formations
3-4-2-1
3-4-2-1


Location
EGO Stadium, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Attendance
10,237
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
Al Ettifaq
D L W D W
Al Hilal
L W W W L
2025-04-12 | Game Summary

In a captivating Saudi Pro League encounter at EGO Stadium in Dammam, Al Ettifaq and Al Hilal played out a 1-1 draw. The match, held on April 11, 2025, saw Al Ettifaq's João Costa score in the dying moments of the first half (45'+6'), while Al Hilal's Malcom equalized in the 57th minute.
Al Hilal dominated possession with 61.1% but couldn't convert it into a victory. They had more shots (15) than Al Ettifaq (11), with 6 shots on target compared to Al Ettifaq's 3. However, Al Ettifaq's defense, led by their goalkeeper who made 5 saves, proved resilient. Al Ettifaq committed more fouls (14) and received more yellow cards (3) than Al Hilal (12 fouls, 2 yellow cards), indicating a more aggressive approach. Both teams deployed a 3-4-2-1 formation, leading to a tactical battle in midfield.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored an Al Hilal win, with a 45.0% probability, while the actual result was a draw, defying the prediction. The AI model did not anticipate a balanced game.
Al Ettifaq's recent form has been inconsistent, with two draws, one loss, and two wins in their last five Saudi Pro League matches. Their next game is at home against Al Riyadh, where they will look to capitalize on their slightly better team rate. Considering their recent struggles to maintain leads, they need to improve their defensive stability. Al Ettifaq has a slightly better team rate than Al Riyadh and will likely aim for a win to improve their league standing. Al Ettifaq has two draws in a row in their last two games.
Al Hilal, despite drawing this game, had been in good form until recently, securing three wins and suffering two losses in their last five games across all competitions, including a recent defeat against Al Nassr. Their upcoming Saudi Pro League match is at home against Al Khaleej. Despite a recent loss against Al Nassr, Al Hilal's overall form remains strong, making them favorites for their next match. Al Hilal will look to bounce back from their recent loss against Al Nassr, while Al Khaleej's inconsistent form suggests Al Hilal should be able to secure a victory.
Looking at the head-to-head record, Al Hilal has dominated Al Ettifaq in recent encounters. Al Hilal has dominated Al Khaleej in the last head-to-head encounters with the exception of the most recent game.
Al Ettifaq's previous games show a pattern of struggling to maintain consistency, while Al Hilal's recent form has been strong despite a recent setback.

2025-04-10 | Pre-game insights

The AI's crystal ball is showing a clear victory for Al Hilal in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash against Al Ettifaq on April 11, 2025. The match, set to take place at the EGO Stadium in Dammam, is predicted to favor Al Hilal, with a 45% win probability compared to Al Ettifaq's 29.5%. A draw is considered the least likely outcome, at 25.5%.
Al Hilal, boasting a team rate of 0.801 against Al Ettifaq's 0.454, are expected to leverage their stronger squad. While Al Hilal's recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, including a loss against Al Nassr, their star players, particularly their prolific attacking duo, are anticipated to make the difference. Al Ettifaq, on the other hand, will be looking to defy the odds and capitalize on their home advantage.
Historically, Al Hilal has dominated this fixture, winning most of their head-to-head encounters. Al Ettifaq will need a stellar performance to overcome the AI's prediction and secure a positive result. The AI considered the last games of both teams, their head-to-head games and the rates of both teams to create the prediction. Fans can anticipate an exciting match filled with intensity and skill. Will the AI be proven right, or will Al Ettifaq cause an upset?