Al-Ahli Saudi FC has officially announced the release of tickets for its highly anticipated match against Al-Ettifaq FC, scheduled for January 28th, as part of the 19th round of the Saudi Professional League. This move comes as part of Al-Ahli's preparations to ensure a large fan turnout to support the team during this crucial stage of the season.
Ticket pricing details and match venue
The Al-Inma Stadium is set to host this exciting match, and Al-Ahli Club's management has ensured that ticket prices are affordable for everyone to guarantee that the stands will be full. The announced prices are as follows:
- Behind the goal: 10 Saudi Riyals.
- Front edge bands: 15 Saudi Riyals.
- Stadium entrance fee: 25 Saudi Riyals.
The two teams' positions in the standings and the importance of the three points
Al-Ahli enters this match in third place in the Roshan League standings with 34 points, striving to solidify their position in the top four and close the gap with the league leaders and runners-up to secure a spot in next season's Asian competitions. Meanwhile, Al-Ettifaq sits in seventh place with 25 points and aims to improve their ranking and move closer to the top of the table. This sets the stage for a high-level tactical encounter between Al-Ahli's desire to maintain their position at the top and Al-Ettifaq's ambition to return to winning ways.
General context and development of the Saudi Roshan League
This match takes on special significance given the qualitative and historic transformation the Saudi Professional League is undergoing, having become a focus of global attention thanks to attracting some of the world's top football stars. Matches between Al-Ahli and Al-Ettifaq are considered classics, always characterized by fierce competition and excitement, due to the rich history both clubs possess in Saudi football.
Public support and its expected impact
Al-Ahli Club relies heavily on its vast fan base, known as "The Madmen," who have long been the 12th player in deciding tough matches. The reduced ticket prices (starting from 10 riyals) reflect the administration's desire to transform the stadium into a volcano of enthusiasm to put pressure on the opponent. The expected large crowd will not only provide moral support but will also reflect the civilized image and great passion of the Saudi fans, enhancing the marketing value of the league and confirming the success of the sporting experiment in the Kingdom.
