Al-Riyadh's performance this year has been somewhat underwhelming, failing to meet expectations. Al-Ettifaq, the away side, hasn't fared much better, although they did secure a 3-2 comeback victory against Al Feiha in their last league match. This win relieved some pressure on their coach, allowing the players an extra day of rest to recover their fitness. Al-Ettifaq's key striker, Hassan, might be departing, and the team is actively searching for a replacement. However, they need to provide financial proof before the winter transfer window to secure any new signings. Al-Riyadh's home form has been average, and they are arguably less impressive than the recently improved Al-Ettifaq. Furthermore, Al-Riyadh's squad strength is considered inferior to their opponents. In past encounters, Al-Ettifaq has often held the upper hand, with Al-Riyadh failing to score in their last three matches against them. In this match, Al-Riyadh are receiving a 0.25 handicap at home, which is similar to previous matches. Considering that Al-Ettifaq could potentially give a 0.75 handicap here, the current handicap is not sufficient, suggesting Al-Riyadh could remain unbeaten. Prediction: Al-Riyadh +0.25