Al-Hazem vs Al Taawon

This early-season Pro League meeting pits two sides still searching for rhythm near the bottom of the table. Al Hazem sit 10th with four points from four matches, while Al Taawon occupy 15th with just two, making early points valuable for both after shaky starts to the campaign. Al Hazem have been streaky under coach Jalel Kadri — a win over Abha followed by losses to Al Diriyah and Al Ittihad, before a 1-1 draw with Al Shabab. Midfielder Aboubacar Bah has been their standout, with Abdulaziz Al-Dwehe leading the scoring. Al Taawon, under Péricles Chamusca, are winless in four league games, drawing twice and losing twice, most recently to Al Nassr. Forward Marin Petkov has been in good form, while Abderrazak Hamdallah is their top scorer. History leans heavily toward the visitors: Al Taawon have gone unbeaten in 11 straight meetings with Al Hazem, who are still chasing a first win in this fixture. Our prediction: 1-1