Al-Ittihad hosts UAE's Al-Ain in Asian Elite League clash today

Al-Ittihad will be looking to secure a second consecutive victory in the Asian Elite Champions League when they host UAE side Al-Ain on Monday at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, as part of the fourth round of the West Zone league stage for the 2026-2027 season.

Al-Ittihad enters the match in high spirits after earning their first win of the tournament last week against Uzbekistan's Neftchi, a result that provided a crucial morale boost as they seek to regain momentum and stay in contention, especially after a disappointing start that saw them collect just one point from their opening two games.

The two-time continental champions will look to capitalize on home advantage and fan support to achieve a positive result against the group leaders, strengthen their points tally, deliver a more effective attacking performance, and continue improving their results in the competition.

Meanwhile, Al-Ain approaches the fixture aiming to extend their perfect run and maintain their lead at the top of the standings, having recorded three consecutive wins with 10 goals scored and only two conceded, thanks to strong performances from their players.

Al-Ain leads the West Zone standings with nine points from three straight victories, ahead of Shabab Al-Ahli on goal difference. Al-Ahli Saudi is third with seven points, followed by Esteghlal and Al-Hilal with six points each, then Al-Shamal and Al-Qadsia with five points, Al-Ittihad with four, Al-Nassr with three points from two matches, Neftchi and Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya with three points each, Pakhtakor with two, Tractor and Al-Sadd with one point apiece, while Al-Gharafa and Al-Wasl remain without points.