Al Taawoun desperately need points on Saturday, Oct 17 at 8:00 PM in the Saudi Professional League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Al Diriyah come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 2D 1L). Al Taawoun travel struggling badly (0W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Verdict: The gulf in league position makes Al Diriyah clear favorites, but Al Taawoun have shown they can grind out results. Expect Al Diriyah to take the points, potentially without being at their best.