Al Ittihad vs Ahal will take place in the AFC Challenge League (Asia) during the 2026 season on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at 11:00 AM ET at Changlimithang Stadium. Get our score prediction, match preview, head-to-head (H2H) record, predicted lineups, live score updates, match statistics, and final result for today’s Al Ittihad vs Ahal fixture on LIVESOCCER.UK.COM.
AI Match Prediction
Al Ittihad enters this AFC Challenge League fixture following a 2-0 defeat to Al Ansar, though they secured a clinical 3-1 victory against Horriya earlier this month. Conversely, Ahal’s defensive frailties are glaring; they have conceded six goals across their last three matches, including a 4-0 loss to Arkadag and a 2-2 draw with Paro. While Ahal shows offensive output by netting three goals against Nebitci, their inability to keep clean sheets suggests significant structural vulnerabilities that Al Ittihad’s attack will likely exploit during Tuesday’s encounter.
Ahal’s defensive instability makes them susceptible, yet Al Ittihad’s recent shutout loss. Predicted Score: 2-1
🤖 AI Match Prediction · Updated October 20, 2026, 8:19 AM ET
Last 5 Matches for Both Teams
| Date | Match | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2026 | Horriya vs Al Ittihad | 1 – 3 | W |
| 12 Aug 2026 | Al Ittihad vs Bangladesh Police | 1 – 0 | W |
| Date | Match | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Oct 2026 | Ahal vs Altyn Asyr | 0 – 2 | L |
| 28 Sep 2026 | Ahal vs Arkadag | 0 – 4 | L |
| 19 Sep 2026 | Aşgabat vs Ahal | 3 – 4 | W |
| 12 Sep 2026 | Ahal vs Nebitci | 3 – 0 | W |
| 05 Sep 2026 | Şagadam vs Ahal | 2 – 1 | L |
Match Preview
Al-Ittihad and Ahal are set to meet on October 20, 2026, in a Group A fixture of the 2026/2027 AFC Challenge League. The match, scheduled for an 18:00 kickoff, represents a significant encounter in the early stages of this international club competition. As the tournament progresses, both sides will be looking to establish their footing within the group standings to improve their prospects for qualification.
This matchup serves as a critical test for both clubs as they navigate the group stage dynamics of the AFC Challenge League. Because the tournament format places a premium on every available point, the result of this encounter will directly influence the current group rankings and the trajectory of both teams for the remainder of the campaign. With the competition still in its opening phases, securing a positive outcome here is vital for maintaining momentum.
Tactical preparation and squad availability will be key factors, as both coaching staffs look to leverage their specific formations and personnel to gain an advantage in this international setting. The outcome will ultimately be decided by how effectively each side translates its strategic planning into performance on the pitch.
🤖 Match Preview · Updated October 20, 2026, 8:18 AM ET
Match Report
Final Result Al Ittihadvs Ahal (AFC Challenge League, World)
Final result Al Ittihadvs Ahal in the AFC Challenge League (World) ended with a score of 5 - 1. View match statistics, team lineups, match timeline, goalscorers, and a full match summary.
📊 Match Result · Updated October 20, 2026, 12:55 PM ET
Match Statistics
Match statistics are not available yet.
Team Lineups
Al Ittihad
- 1. S. Al Shakhir
- 2. Z. Hanan
- 3. Jordan
- 5. A. Al Shami
- 21. H. Al Kurdi
- 66. S. Mane
- 14. A. Ashkar
- 10. M. Rihanieh
- 7. H. Dahhan
- 11. A. Al Dahan
- 98. A. Firmino
- 31. K. A. Othman
- 22. A. Abdelraheem
- 4. I. Al Zain
- 25. A. M. Ahmad
- 8. R. Belo
- 32. H. Haj Deebo
- 15. M. Al Shalat
- 16. M. Darwish
- 9. A. Al Ahmed
- 19. A. Al Hussain
- 18. A. Al Hasan
Ahal
- 31. M. Ovezov
- 97. S. Bashimov
- 2. D. Berdiyev
- 22. A. Rahmanow
- 5. H. Bashimov
- 8. Y. Govshudov
- 21. O. Orazov
- 19. Y. Annamyradov
- 12. A. Jumadurdyyew
- 11. S. Mirzoyev
- 10. M. Berenov
- 25. W. Mammayew
- 95. R. Priyev
- 30. B. Orazmuhammedov
- 18. Y. Garajayev
- 77. A. Gurbani
- 9. P. Sultanov
- 7. B. Mamiyew
- 33. P. Bekmamedov
- 6. N. Tovakelov
- 13. B. Gurbanberdiyew
- 27. N. Saryyev
- 17. E. Annayev
👥 Team Lineups · Updated October 22, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
Match Timeline
Al Ittihad- Ahal H2H
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | Al Ittihad | 5 - 1 | Ahal | AFC Challenge League |
Upcoming Fixtures
Al Ittihad- Ahal FAQs
Al Ittihadmenang 5-1 atas Ahal. Half-time score: 1 - 0.
Goals for Al Ittihad: ⚽ A. Ashkar 34', ⚽ A. Firmino 51', ⚽ A. Firmino 62', ⚽ A. Al Hasan 80', ⚽ A. Al Hasan 89'. Goals for Ahal: ⚽ E. Annayev 88'.
Al Ittihad: A. Al Shami 45', Jordan 82'. Ahal: Y. Garajayev 82'.
The match is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 11:00 AM ET.
The match is being played at Changlimithang Stadium , Thimphu.
This match is part of AFC Challenge League (World) the 2026 in Group Stage.
The match is officiated by referee A. Purkayastha.
Al Ittihad managed by Valeriu Tita. Ahal managed by Eziz Annamuhammedov.
Al Ittihad: S. Al Shakhir, Z. Hanan, Jordan, A. Al Shami, H. Al Kurdi, S. Mane, A. Ashkar, M. Rihanieh, H. Dahhan, A. Al Dahan, A. Firmino. Ahal: M. Ovezov, S. Bashimov, D. Berdiyev, A. Rahmanow, H. Bashimov, Y. Govshudov, O. Orazov, Y. Annamyradov, A. Jumadurdyyew, S. Mirzoyev, M. Berenov.
🔄 B. Gurbanberdiyew → A. Rahmanow 57' | 🔄 E. Annayev → S. Mirzoyev 57' | 🔄 R. Priyev → Y. Annamyradov 65' | 🔄 M. Al Shalat → A. Al Shami 73' | 🔄 A. Al Ahmed → A. Firmino 73' | 🔄 A. Al Hasan → H. Dahhan 73' | 🔄 Y. Garajayev → H. Bashimov 81' | 🔄 B. Mamiyew → A. Jumadurdyyew 81' | 🔄 R. Belo → A. Al Dahan 85' | 🔄 A. Al Hussain → A. Ashkar 86'.
