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AL AHLI JEDDAH VS AL SHABAB AL AHLI - ASIA: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, GROUP STAGE MATCH PREVIEW
ASIA: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, GROUP STAGE MATCH DETAILS: AL AHLI JEDDAH VS AL SHABAB AL AHLI
As Al Ahli Jeddah prepare to host Al Shabab Al Ahli on February 16, 2026, with kick-off at 17:00, this ASIA: Champions League, Group Stage fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.
AL AHLI JEDDAH PREVIEW IN ASIA: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, GROUP STAGE
Al Ahli Jeddah, currently 2nd in the standings with 14 points from 7 games, are within reach of the top with 5 points behind. They've earned 6 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
AL SHABAB AL AHLI PREVIEW IN ASIA: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, GROUP STAGE
Al Shabab Al Ahli, sitting 6th with 11 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 3 points from 3 games this season.
Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR AL AHLI JEDDAH VS AL SHABAB AL AHLI
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In their previous league match against Al Wahda FC Abu Dhabi, Al Ahli Jeddah recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Their starting XI featured Mendy, Dams, Ibanez, Hamed, Majrashi, Kessie, Al Johani, Goncalves, Atangana, Mahrez, Toney. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Al Shabab Al Ahli's last outing came against Al Hilal Riyadh, where they secured a 0-0 draw using a 3-4-2-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Al-Meqebaali, Santos, Renan, Planic, Henrique, Ezatolahi, Bala, Maksimovic, Alnuaimi, Juma, Marcelo. This tactical approach balanced risk and reward, adapting dynamically to the flow of the game.
Looking ahead, Al Ahli Jeddah are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Al Ahli Jeddah and Al Shabab Al Ahli are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR AL AHLI JEDDAH VS AL SHABAB AL AHLI
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Al Ahli Jeddah's fixtures have averaged 2.4 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 7 clean sheets. Al Shabab Al Ahli's games average 3.8 goals, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.
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