The organizers have announced the release of tickets for the highly anticipated match between Jeddah's two giants, Al-Ahli and their traditional rivals, Al-Ittihad, in the highlight of the 25th round of the Saudi Professional League. Tickets went on sale today, Friday, for fans wishing to attend this major football event, which will be held at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium on March 6th.
Jeddah Derby ticket prices:
Ticket prices were set to suit different categories of fans, and were determined as follows:
- Third floor: 30 Saudi Riyals.
- Behind the goal: 50 Saudi Riyals.
- Corner facade: 60 Saudi Riyals.
- Frontage: 70 Saudi Riyals.
Historical background and importance of the match:
The Jeddah derby is one of the oldest and fiercest rivalries in the history of Saudi and Gulf football. The competition between the two clubs spans decades and is rich with memories and historic matches that remain etched in the minds of fans. This season's match takes on added significance given the remarkable development of the Saudi Professional League and its attraction of international stars, raising the level of anticipation for the clash between stars like Riyad Mahrez and Roberto Firmino for Al-Ahli, and Karim Benzema and N'Golo Kanté for Al-Ittihad.
The match's impact on the league standings:
The match enters a crucial phase of the league, as Al-Ahli, currently second with 53 points, seeks victory to maintain their position and continue putting pressure on the league leaders. Al-Ahli has two matches before the derby against Damac and Al-Riyadh, which will serve as excellent preparation for this top-of-the-table clash. On the other side, Al-Ittihad, the defending champions and currently seventh with 37 points, hopes for a morale-boosting win to get the team back on track and improve their standing, especially after a series of inconsistent results. Al-Ittihad will play three matches before the derby against Al-Hilal, Al-Hazm, and Al-Khaleej, which will largely determine their form and mentality going into the game. Therefore, the importance of the match extends beyond just the three points; it's a battle to prove themselves and assert dominance in Jeddah.
