The Saudi King’s Cup continues with a compelling third-round clash as Al Wehda hosts defending champions Al Ittihad at the King Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium. This match pits a relegated Al Wehda side against a struggling Al Ittihad team, setting the stage for a classic cup tie.
Match Details:
| Competition | Date | Kick-off (GMT) | Venue |
| Saudi King’s Cup | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 | 6:30 PM | King Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium, Mecca, Saudi Arabia |
Team Form and Analysis:
Al Wehda has had a difficult start to their season, with a recent 2-1 loss to Jeddah in the Saudi First Division League. The hosts are looking to overcome a history of early exits from the King’s Cup, and they will be looking to their home advantage to secure a much-needed victory and continue their cup run.
Al Ittihad, meanwhile, has had a mixed start to their season. The visitors are coming off a narrow 1-0 away victory over Al Najma, which followed a 2-1 defeat to Al Wahda in the AFC Champions League Elite. Under their manager, Al Ittihad has struggled for consistency, and they will be looking to the King’s Cup to turn their fortunes around. They are dealing with a number of key injuries, with Karim Benzema and Luiz Felipe both ruled out.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is heavily in favor of Al Ittihad, who have won 25 of their 35 all-time meetings with Al Wehda. Al Ittihad has been particularly dominant in recent encounters, being unbeaten in their last nine matches against Al Wehda. The most recent encounter was in February 2025, with Al Ittihad securing a 4-1 victory.
Player to Watch:
- Al Wehda: All eyes will be on their key attacking players, who will be looked upon to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities in the Al Ittihad side.
- Al Ittihad: The focus for Al Ittihad will be on their new signing Jadon Sancho, who is expected to lead the line in place of the injured Karim Benzema. The visitors will also be looking to the creativity of their midfielders to create chances and exploit any defensive frailties.
Prediction:
Given Al Ittihad’s superior squad quality and their psychological advantage, they are the clear favorites to win this match. While Al Wehda will be looking for a much-needed victory, their struggles on the pitch and their recent form suggest that this will be a tough contest. A comfortable victory for Al Ittihad seems like a very plausible outcome, as they look to continue their quest for the King’s Cup trophy.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Al Wehda vs Al Ittihad match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
- Saudi Arabia: Thmanyah platform, SSC (Saudi Sports Company)
- India: FanCode
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