Jeddah Derby Showdown: Where to Watch Al-Ahli vs Al-Ittihad in the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League
5 March 2026
The Enmaa Stadium in Jeddah is set to host one of the season’s fiercest clashes as Al-Ahli faces their arch-rivals Al-Ittihad on Friday night, in the Jeddah Derby, part of round 25 of the 2025-2026 Saudi Pro League.
Both sides chase top positions, with Al-Ahli sitting second and pressing to keep pace with leaders Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr. Al-Ittihad also aims to close the gap and overturn their first-round defeat to their rivals, and improve their standing in the table.
Kickoff is scheduled for 22:00 local time on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Enmaa Stadium in Jeddah, a venue that’s sure to host a lively atmosphere and perhaps a few chants that have been polished by years of derby lore.
Where to watch the Jeddah Derby: Al-Ahli vs Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League 2025-2026
Television coverage for the match comes via the Eight network, with Eight 1 designated to broadcast the game. If you’re trying to line up the channels, eight channels hold the rights, and the derby will be shown on Eight 1 in many regions.
For fans without access to traditional TV, Eight also offers an online option through its app. Download Eight on Google Play for Android or on the App Store for iPhone to stream the match live. If you’re watching from outside the Middle East, NordVPN can help you access the streams as if you were back home.
How to watch the Jeddah Derby online
The Eight app is designed to let viewers follow the clash online. Sample setup instructions suggest installing the app on your mobile device to enjoy the Saudi Pro League action on the go. For those abroad, NordVPN provides a route to reach the match through a regional sign-in, with a simple click.
Kickoff, commentary and expected lineups
The match is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Enmaa stadium, with Abdullah Al-Harbi set to provide commentary for the Saudi audience. The evening’s schedule shows 22:00 Saudi time and 23:00 UAE time for fans in those zones. The formation for Al-Ahli is expected to be a 4-3-3, while Al-Ittihad may line up in a 4-2-3-1 system, each looking to exploit the other’s weaknesses and claim bragging rights.
And as a reminder from the football gods: if you blink, you might miss a goal that could redefine the title race. Also, if your fantasy team’s point total depends on this match, good luck explaining that to your colorful group chat. Punchlines follow below for good measure!
Punchline 1: If football is theatre, this derby is the blockbuster sequel nobody asked for but everyone watches anyway.
Punchline 2: Jeddah Derby: where the ball has more plot twists than your favorite TV show—and somehow still ends up in the back of the net.
