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AL AHLI JEDDAH VS AL NAJMA - SAUDI ARABIA: PRO LEAGUE MATCH PREVIEW
SAUDI ARABIA: PRO LEAGUE MATCH DETAILS: AL AHLI JEDDAH VS AL NAJMA
As Al Ahli Jeddah prepare to host Al Najma on February 19, 2026, with kick-off at 20:00, this SAUDI ARABIA: Pro League fixture promises an intriguing contest.
AL AHLI JEDDAH PREVIEW IN SAUDI ARABIA: PRO LEAGUE
Al Ahli Jeddah, currently 3rd in the standings with 50 points from 21 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 27 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw 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 14 goals scored.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
AL NAJMA PREVIEW IN SAUDI ARABIA: PRO LEAGUE
Al Najma, sitting 18th with 8 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 2 points from 11 games this season.
Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR AL AHLI JEDDAH VS AL NAJMA
Recent meetings between Al Ahli Jeddah and Al Najma have favored Al Ahli Jeddah, with Al Najma claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0).
Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.
In their previous league match against Al Shabab Riyadh, Al Ahli Jeddah recorded a 5-2 victory while lining up in a 5-4-1 formation.
Their starting XI featured Mendy, Hawsawi, Ibanez, Hamed, Majrashi, Kessie, Atangana, Millot, Galeno, Toney, Mahrez. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.
Al Najma's last outing came against Al Kholood, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 3-5-1-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Braga, Al-Subaie, Caetano, Al-Haleel, Al-Hawsawi, Tijanic, Guga, Dunga , Boutobba, Lazaro, Cardoso. 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 Najma 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 NAJMA
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Al Ahli Jeddah's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. Al Najma's games average 3.1 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.
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