Al-Ittihad vs Al-Wahda live: where to watch the AFC Champions League Elite game By Janderson Luiz
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Al-Ittihad hosts Al-Wahda this Tuesday at Alinma Stadium, at Jeddah, at Arábia Saudita. The clash marks the first leg of the round of 16 of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26. Departure is scheduled for 3pm (Brasília time). Al-Ittihad finished the group stage in fourth place in the Oeste bracket after recovering in the second round. Al-Wahda was just behind in the rankings.
The Saudi team arrives in good form in the continental competition, but faces difficulties in the national league. Al-Wahda seeks to surprise away from home in search of a place in the quarter-finals. The match is unique in the knockout format for this stage in region Oeste, based in Jeddah.
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Probable lineup for Al-Ittihad
The coach of Al-Ittihad must line up the team based on the most recent starting lineup available. The formation usually has Predrag Rajkovic in goal. The defense has names like Muhannad Al-Shanqeeti, Jan-Carlo Simic, Danilo Pereira and Hassan Kadesh. In the middle, Fabinho acts as a reference, alongside Houssem Aouar. In attack, Predrag Rajkovic1-Nesyri is the top name, supported by Predrag Rajkovic2 and Predrag Rajkovic3.
- Rajkovic
- Al-Shanqeeti, Simic, Pereira, Kadesh
- Fabinho, Aouar
- Bergwijn, En-Nesyri, Diaby
Al-Ittihad has had recent absences, but should have most of the main players for the continental commitment.
Probable lineup for Al-Wahda
Al-Wahda should come in a 4-1-3-2 or similar formation, with Mohamed Al-Shamsi or Zayed Ahmed in goal. The defensive line includes Lucas Pimenta, Saša Ivković and Ruben Canedo. In the middle, Jadsom and Abdulla Hamad act as a base. In attack, Mohamed Al1 and Mohamed Al2 form the main duo, with support from Mohamed Al3 or Mohamed Al4.
- Al-Shamsi or Zayed Ahmed
- Mansour Saleh, Pimenta, Ivković, Canedo
- Jadsom, Hamad
- Tadic or Suárez, Khribin, Benteke
The Emirados team arrives with mixed results in the national league and is looking for defensive consistency against the Saudi attack.
Confrontation history
The teams recently faced each other in the group stage of the same edition of AFC Champions League Elite. Al-Wahda won one of the games by 2-1. Overall, in seven duels recorded over the years, Al-Ittihad has a slight advantage with three victories, compared to two for Al-Wahda and two draws. The last direct confrontation ended in victory for Al-Wahda.
Results of each team’s last five games
Al-Ittihad (latest results):
- 1-0 victory against Al Hazem
- 2-2 draw against Al-Kholood (Rei Cup, penalty shootout)
- 3-1 defeat against Al Riyadh
- 3-1 defeat against Al Ahli
- 1-0 victory against Al Khaleej
Al-Wahda (latest results):
- 2-2 draw against Ittihad Kalba
- 2-2 draw against Al Nasr
- 1-0 defeat against Al Ain
- 1-0 defeat against Baniyas
- 1-1 draw against Shabab Al-Ahli
Al-Ittihad shows recovery at home, while Al-Wahda has difficulty winning away from home.
Where to watch live
The broadcast of the game Al-Ittihad x Al-Wahda by AFC Champions League Elite will be available on channels and streaming platforms that cover the competition on América, Sul and Brasil. Opções include beIN Sports, Paramount+ (in some markets) and streaming services with AFC rights. Verifique local programming for exact times and channels as coverage varies by country. Al0 platforms offer free or paid signal with subscription.
Game Details
The stadium is Alinma Stadium, part of the King Abdullah Sports City complex, in Jeddah. The capacity exceeds 60 thousand fans. The city hosts the game with temperatures typical of April in the region, with the possibility of heat during the day and favorable conditions at night for football. The referee has not yet been officially confirmed at the time of publication.
Al-Ittihad seeks to impose its pace from the start to build an advantage before the second leg. Al-Wahda needs to defend well and explore counterattacks, especially with experienced players in attack. The match decides important directions in the quest to qualify for the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Elite.
Curiosities and context
Youssef En-Nesyri and Omar Khribin appear as offensive highlights for their respective teams based on recent performances. Al-Ittihad had a recovery campaign in the group stage after an irregular start. Al-Wahda finished the qualifying phase with a close position, which indicates a possible balance in the confrontation. The knockout format demands maximum attention from the first minutes.
