Al Taawon have had a mixed run lately, with a big win but also some losses and goalless draws, so they're not fully in rhythm. Al Shabab have been harder to beat, picking up a win and several draws, though they also let in a few goals in one of those games. When these two have met recently, the matches have often produced plenty of goals, so this one could be open rather than cagey.

Given Al Shabab's steadier form and their habit of grinding out results, they look the more likely side to come away with the win, though a draw is also a real possibility if Al Taawon tighten up at the back.