Saudi First Division
The Saudi First Division is the second tier of Saudi Arabia's football league system, below the Saudi Professional League. It features 20 clubs competing across a season for promotion to the top flight, along with relegation battles to the lower division. The league is known for developing young talents and teams aiming to reach the pinnacle of Saudi football.
⚡ Compact, defensively organized teams with quick transitions and strong midfield battles.
📌 Notable Facts
- Promotion to the Saudi Professional League is awarded to the top teams at season's end.
- The league serves as a proving ground for emerging Saudi clubs and homegrown talents.
- Many players and coaches have used the First Division as a stepping stone to top-flight football.
📊 League Table
| # | Lag | M | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24 | 20 | 1 | 3 | +46 | 61 | |
| 2 | 24 | 18 | 5 | 1 | +31 | 59 | |
| 3 | 24 | 17 | 7 | 0 | +39 | 58 | |
| 4 | 24 | 16 | 6 | 2 | +33 | 54 | |
| 5 | 24 | 12 | 6 | 6 | +11 | 42 | |
| 6 | 24 | 12 | 5 | 7 | +13 | 41 | |
| 7 | 24 | 11 | 5 | 8 | -7 | 38 | |
| 8 | 24 | 9 | 5 | 10 | -4 | 32 | |
| 9 | 24 | 7 | 7 | 10 | -11 | 28 | |
| 10 | 24 | 7 | 7 | 10 | -18 | 28 | |
| 11 | 24 | 7 | 6 | 11 | +4 | 27 | |
| 12 | 24 | 7 | 6 | 11 | -13 | 27 | |
| 13 | 24 | 8 | 1 | 15 | -10 | 25 | |
| 14 | 24 | 6 | 7 | 11 | -8 | 25 | |
| 15 | 24 | 3 | 7 | 14 | -23 | 16 | |
| 16 | 24 | 2 | 10 | 12 | -23 | 16 | |
| 17 | 24 | 3 | 4 | 17 | -28 | 13 | |
| 18 | 24 | 1 | 5 | 18 | -32 | 8 |
① Classic rivalry encounter.
② Form often goes out the window in derbies.
③ Passion and intensity will define this match.
① Strong home advantage expected.
② The hosts have been dominant at home recently.
③ Expect a controlled performance from the home side.
① A tight contest is expected.
② Both teams are evenly matched this season.
③ Could go either way but slight edge to experience.
① Home advantage and higher squad depth give Al Ahli the edge.
② Al Ittihad will threaten on the break, but defensive organization should hold.
③ A lively Open play with goals from both sides is anticipated.
① Al Hilal command the game with superior attack and possession.
② Al Najma will leverage counter opportunities but struggle to penetrate.
③ Defensive organization from the visitors will be tested repeatedly.
① Both sides are evenly matched and likely to cancel each other out.
② Set-piece situations could decide, with persistent pressure from both wings.
③ A fair result could hinge on efficiency in the final third.
① Al-Taawoun look slightly sharper in attack with home-field support.
② Al Fateh FC will push for an equalizer and create chances of their own.
③ Dynamic forward play could yield a narrow but decisive outcome.
① Defensive battle expected.
② Both teams prioritize organization at the back.
③ Few clear-cut chances are anticipated.
① High-scoring derby predicted.
② Historical meetings suggest plenty of goals.
③ Both teams will push for attacking football.
① Home momentum continues.
② The hosts are on an impressive winning run.
③ Confidence is high in the home dressing room.
① Visitors look dangerous.
② Away team has key players returning from injury.
③ Their counter-attacking style could be decisive.
① Al-Orobah arrive with a sharper attacking unit for the visit.
② Al-Ula will want to defend deep and hit on counter but may struggle.
③ A compact, low-scoring affair should see the visitors edge it 0-2.
① Al Batin bring greater quality and away form into this clash.
② Diriyah should exploit home support but may struggle to contain the visitors' attack.
③ Expect an open game with several chances and goals on both sides.
① Al Jabalain enjoy home advantage and have the stronger attack.
② Al-Zulfi may struggle to break through a solid defense.
③ A comfortable home win with no goals from the visitors.
① Both teams are evenly matched, with home-field slight help.
② Jeddah's breakaways could create scoring chances.
③ A balanced draw seems likely.
① Al-Adalah face a strong rival in Al-Faisaly.
② Al-Faisaly's quality could edge the visitors to victory.
③ Expect an away win with goals at both ends.
① Diriyah host a solid side and defend well.
② Al Batin carry a threat on the counter.
③ The match ends in a draw with both teams scoring.
① Al Najma have the home support but face a strong attacking unit from Al Akhdoud.
② Al Akhdoud's pace and conversion will test the hosts' defense.
③ A close, goal-rich game ends with the visitors taking the points.
① Al Qadsiah's quality should break down a resilient Al-Taawoun defense.
② The visitors could capitalize on counter opportunities.
③ A disciplined away performance yields a comfortable 0-2 win.
① Al Nassr typically dominates in Saudi football and should win away.
② Al-Fayha are likely to struggle to contain the visitors' firepower.
③ A clean sheet for Al Nassr and a controlled away win are likely.
① Neom SC have shown growing strength and home advantage should help them edge a tight contest.
② Al Kholood are capable of scoring, keeping the match open.
③ An entertaining game with goals for both sides is expected.
① Al Anwar hosts a side capable of matching the visitors.
② Midfield battles may cancel each other out.
③ The game could end level with shared goals.
① Abha travel with better attacking options than their opponents.
② Al-Jandal may struggle to create chances at home.
③ A comfortable away win is likely with a clean sheet.
① Al-Jubail and Al Bukayriyah are evenly matched.
② Neither side may pull away early on.
③ A draw with goals from both sides is on the cards.