As the clock ticks towards 2026, a key match in the Saudi Professional League takes place on December 31st, featuring Neom SC against the formidable Al-Ittihad. The two teams have demonstrated contrasting performances and tactical approaches throughout the season. The home side will need to leverage their home advantage, while the away team aims to maintain their strong form. Neom SC, the hosts for this match, faces considerable pressure. Their performance shows a balanced attack and defence, yet somewhat average. They average 1.6 goals per game, while conceding a similar number, suggesting no significant defensive advantage. At home, they score roughly one goal per match, but their defence shows some instability, often conceding goals. This suggests that Neom SC might struggle defensively against a strong opponent. In contrast, Al-Ittihad has shown superior, aggressive performance. They average close to three goals per game and have a solid defence, limiting their opponents' shots on goal to about one per match. Their away form is particularly impressive, with remarkable offensive power, and a win rate in the mid-range of 50%.