Al Raed vs. Al Ittihad - Prediction, Team News, Lineups & Live Stream

On Monday evening, during Matchday 1 of the Saudi Pro League, there will be a game between Al Raed and Al Ittihad at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium. Al Raed, who finished in 10th place last season, are aiming to do better this time around. However, their first match won't be easy as they'll be up against Al Ittihad, the defending champions who will start their title defense in this match.

Team News: Al Raed vs. Al Ittihad

Igor Jovicevic may not have made as many high-profile signings as some of his counterparts, but he has managed to bring in Mamadou Loum from Porto, which will add strength to the midfield.

There's a possibility that Andre Moreira could play in goal for the first time in the league, having recently joined from Grasshoppers. He'll be positioned behind another new addition, Hammad Al-Jayzani, who will be playing as a left-back.

Santo is likely to introduce his new midfield duo of Fabinho and N'Golo Kante, who will provide support to Benzema in the attacking part of the field.

Former Celtic player, Jota, is also in contention to start on the left side, while Ahmed Hegazy and Aseel Abed are expected to be absent due to injuries.

Al Raed possible starting lineup:

Moreira; Al Jayzani, Al Rajeh, Santos, Sunbul; Loum, Sayoud, Al Farhad, Al Beshe; Tavares, Mitrita

Al Ittihad possible starting lineup:

Grohe; Bamsaud, Sharahili, Hawsawi, Shanqeeti; Fabinho, Kante, Al Farhan, Jota; Benzema, Romarinho