Al Ittihad vs Al Qadsiah Tickets May 21, Alinma Stadium, Jeddah

Al Ittihad host Al Qadsiah on Thursday, May 21 at Alinma Stadium in Jeddah a Saudi Pro League Matchweek 34 fixture carrying real weight for both clubs as the 2025-26 season enters its final stretch.

The defending champions are in crisis mode. Al Ittihad, 10-time SPL title holders and last season’s champions, sit sixth on 45 points already out of the title race and at risk of missing an AFC Champions League Elite qualification spot for 2026-27. This is a home game they cannot afford to drop points in.

For the latest Saudi Pro League tickets and Riyadh events coverage, this is one of the season’s defining late-stage fixtures and both clubs know it.

Why This Fixture Carries So Much Weight

Al Ittihad’s fourth-place rival Al Qadsiah hold 62 points from 29 matches with just three losses and a +36 goal difference numbers that tell the story of one of the Saudi Pro League’s best debut seasons by a promoted club.

Al Ittihad are sixth-placed with 45 points from 28 games 17 points adrift of Qadsiah and with the title now a mathematical impossibility. Their focus is squarely on securing an AFC Champions League berth.

The form heading into this fixture is not encouraging for the Tigers. A 3-4 home defeat to NEOM SC on April 8 compounded their struggles , while a midweek AFC Champions League Elite loss adds fatigue and morale questions.

Qadsiah’s 17-game unbeaten streak was ended by a 2-3 loss to Al Ettifaq , but that defeat doesn’t change the bigger picture for a club that has overperformed every expectation this season.

The injury situation, however, significantly shifts the balance. Striker Mateo Retegui is sidelined with a tibia fracture, while midfielder Julian Weigl is out with an abdominal injury two of Qadsiah’s most influential players unavailable at a critical moment.

Al Ittihad, with home advantage and a 62,000-capacity crowd behind them, have the conditions to exploit these absences.

Match Details

Tickets & Seating Guide

Tickets are sold through the official Saudi Pro League ticketing portal and Al Ittihad’s club website. For a high-stakes late-season fixture at a 62,000-capacity venue with a passionate home crowd, lower-category availability moves quickly once on general sale.

Approximate pricing (subject to official confirmation):

• Category 3 (upper tiers): 50–150 SAR — good sightlines, best-value seats, strong atmosphere
• Category 1 (lower bowl): 200–500 SAR — pitch-side proximity, closest to the action
• Silver & Gold Lounges: 750–1,500 SAR — climate-controlled, hospitality included
• VIP / Hospitality Boxes: From 2,500 SAR — private entrance, premium catering

All entry is mobile QR code only. The stadium is fully cashless. Arrive at least 90 minutes before the 21:00 kickoff King Abdullah Sports City is 30km north of Jeddah city centre and parking fills from two hours out for fixtures of this size.

Head-to-Head Last 5 Meetings

The all-time H2H record currently stands at Al Ittihad 8 wins, Al Qadsiah 2 wins, and 4 draws across all recorded competitive meetings.

Al Ittihad’s experience and pedigree has historically told in this matchup. This season’s reverse fixture ended in a 1-0 Ittihad win a result that adds a psychological dimension heading into this final-day meeting.

For deeper analysis of Qadsiah’s season trajectory, see the Al Qadsiah title hunt analysis.

Form Guide

Al Ittihad — Last 5:

Al Ittihad have won none of their last five away games Saudi Pro League, though this is a home fixture. Their home record is significantly stronger, and Alinma Stadium has been one of their key advantages all season. Saad Al-Mousa is confirmed as an injury absence . Fabinho and Moussa Diaby also carry red card suspensions accumulated across the season.

Al Qadsiah — Last 5:

A 17-game unbeaten run was ultimately brought to an end, but four wins and a draw in the five matches prior to that loss demonstrated consistent quality. The Retegui and Weigl absences are the defining variable now.

Check Al Hilal vs Al Qadsiah tickets for context on how Qadsiah performed against the league’s strongest side this season.

Expected Lineups

Al Ittihad (4-3-3)

Rajković; Luiz Felipe, Koulibaly, Ibañez, Aouar; Kante, Fabinho, Al-Ghamdi; Diaby, En-Nesyri, Jota

Key player: Youssef En-Nesyri leads the Al Ittihad attack. His movement in behind and aerial threat from crosses are the primary weapons for a side that relies on direct transition play.

Al Qadsiah (4-2-3-1)

GK; RB, CB, CB, LB; DM1, DM2; RM, AM, LM; ST (Retegui replacement)

Key absence: Without Retegui and Weigl, Qadsiah’s coach must reorganise both attack and midfield. Their squad depth has covered injuries before — but not two of this calibre simultaneously.

Official lineups confirmed approximately 60 minutes before kickoff.

Tactical Preview

Al Ittihad’s best route to three points is through early pressure. At King Abdullah Sports City, they thrive when the crowd is loud and the momentum is theirs. A quick goal settles nerves and forces Qadsiah already without their main striker into a shape they’re less comfortable with.

The midfield battle is central. Kante and Fabinho give Ittihad defensive security but their forward-passing range can be limited. If Qadsiah’s replacements can win the midfield second balls, they can make this uncomfortable.

Al Qadsiah’s best strategy is a compact 4-4-2 block, looking to hit on the counter. Their +36 goal difference shows they can score without their main striker the question is who steps into the Retegui role.

For further tactical context, see Al Ittihad vs Al Ahli and Al Fayha vs Al Ittihad from this season.

Venue Guide Alinma Stadium, King Abdullah Sports City

King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, known locally as Al-Jawhara Al-Moshee’ah (The Shining Jewel), opened in 2014 and holds approximately 62,241 spectators.

It is a football-only venue with no running track between the stands and the pitch, creating an intimate and loud environment that visiting teams consistently describe as one of the most hostile in the Saudi Pro League.

The stadium is located approximately 30 kilometres north of Jeddah’s city centre . Three seating tiers, multiple parking zones, and extensive food and retail concessions are spread across the complex.

How to Watch

FAQ

When is Al Ittihad vs Al Qadsiah?

May 21, 2026 at 21:00 AST (18:00 UTC) at Alinma Stadium, King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah.

Where can I buy Al Ittihad vs Al Qadsiah tickets?

Via the official Saudi Pro League portal and Al Ittihad’s club ticketing site. Secondary market options are available if primary tiers sell out.

How much do tickets cost?

From around 50 SAR for upper-tier seats up to 500 SAR for lower-bowl Category 1. VIP lounges start at 750 SAR; hospitality boxes from 2,500 SAR.

What is the H2H record between Al Ittihad and Al Qadsiah?

Al Ittihad lead all-time 8W–2L–4D. This season’s reverse fixture ended 1-0 to Ittihad.

Is Mateo Retegui playing?

No. Retegui is sidelined with a tibia fracture. Julian Weigl is also out with an abdominal injury.