Al-Ittihad will regain the services of Moussa Diaby and Danilo Pereira for their upcoming clash against Al-Kholood in Round 31 of the Saudi Pro League, after both players missed the previous match due to suspension and accumulated yellow cards.
The team aims to capitalize on their return as they host Al-Kholood on Monday evening, looking to extend their positive run and strengthen their position in the standings while competing for a top-five finish and a potential continental spot.
Al-Ittihad currently sits sixth with 48 points, just one point behind fifth-placed Al-Taawoun, making the upcoming fixture crucial in the race for higher positions.
Uncertainty Over Al-Aboud
Meanwhile, the availability of Abdulrahman Al-Aboud remains uncertain. Head coach Sergio Conceicao has excluded him from team training and assigned him to individual sessions after he missed recent practices without prior permission.
Al-Aboud has made 18 appearances this season, scoring one goal and providing one assist in 466 minutes of play.
Match Significance
The match carries significant importance for both sides, as Al-Ittihad seeks to maintain pressure on the top contenders, while Al-Kholood, currently 14th with 30 points, aims to secure valuable points and move further away from the relegation zone.
