The 2016–17 season was Al-Ettifaq Football Club's 72nd season in existence and first season in the Pro League since their relegation in the 2013–14 season; after gaining promotion last year. Along with the Pro League, the club also competed in the Crown Prince Cup and the King Cup. The season covered the period from 1 July 2016 to 30 June 2017.
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Updated to match(es) played on 4 May 2017. Source: slstat.com Rules for classification: 1) Points; 2) Head-to-head points; 3) Head-to-head goal difference; 4) Total goal difference; 5) Total goals scored; 6) Play-off (only for deciding champion, relegation and AFC competitions participation).[41] (O) Play-off winners; (R) Relegated Notes:
^ abAl-Faisaly finished ahead of Al-Qadisiyah on head-to-head points: Al-Qadisiyah 1–1 Al-Faisaly, Al-Faisaly 3–2 Al-Qadisiyah