Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal are set for a crucial showdown in the Saudi Pro League this weekend, with the home side determined to narrow the gap on the league leaders. Currently, Al-Ahli find themselves in seventh place after their first five matches.
Eager to make a statement, the hosts will face the reigning champions Al-Hilal, having secured seven points from their five games with a mixed record of two victories, one draw, and two defeats. They'll be keen to turn things around and prove their credentials in this high-profile encounter.
Meanwhile, the visitors, brimming with confidence, are dominating the league standings. The Blue Waves have collected maximum points from their five matches, continuing their impressive unbeaten run across all competitions and setting the pace at the top of the table.
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How to watch Al Ahli vs Al Hilal online - TV channels & live streams
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Al Ahli vs Al Hilal kick-off time
| Date: | Saturday, October 5, 2024 |
| Kick-off time: | 7:00 pm BST |
| Venue: | King Abdullah Sports City |
The Saudi Pro League match between Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal will be played at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
It will kick off at 7:00 pm BST on Saturday, October 5, 2024, in the UK.
Team news & squads
Al Ahli team news
The hosts will once again be without a duo of long-term midfield absentees Abdullah Otayf (ligament injury) and Mohammed Al-Majhad (knee issue) for this fixture.
Ivan Toney has been a standout player for Al-Ahli, contributing to four goals since his debut. His partnership with Firmino will be crucial as the hosts aim to penetrate Al-Hilal's formidable defense.
Al-Ahli must also tread carefully with Ziyad Al Johani, who is one yellow card away from suspension, making his discipline vital for maintaining their midfield depth.
Al-Ahli possible XI: Al Sanbi; Majrashi, Demiral, Ibanez, Al Amar; Al Johani, Kessie; Mahrez, Firmino, Veiga; Toney.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Mendy, Al-Sanbi, Abdoh |
| Defenders: | Ibanez, Sulaiman, Al-Hurayji, Al-Hamad, Majrashi, Demiral, Balobaid, Hamed |
| Midfielders: | Mahrez, Al-Nabit, Al-Rashidi, Veiga, Al-Johani, Al-Zubaidi, Al-Asmari, Kessie |
| Forwards: | Firmino, Al-Buraikan, Darisi, Toney |
Al Hilal team news
For the Blue Waves, Aleksandar Mitrovic, the league's top-scorer with eight goals this season, has consistently shown his ability to swing matches in his team's favor, and he’ll be eager to make his mark again.
The visitors will continue to miss Neymar, who remains sidelined with a cruciate ligament injury and is expected to return by the end of October.
Al-Hilal possible XI: Bounou; Cancelo, Koulibaly, Al-Bulayhi, Lodi; Milinkovic-Savic, Neves; Malcom, Leonardo, Al-Dawsari; Mitrovic.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Bono, Al-Rubaie, Al-Owais, Abu Rasen |
| Defenders: | Al-Breik, Koulibaly, K. Al-Dawsari, Al-Bulaihi, Lodi, Al-Shahrani, N. Al-Dawsari, Al-Otaibi, Abdulhamid, Al-Tambakti, Al-Yami |
| Midfielders: | Neves, Al-Qahtani, Al-Juwayr, Milinkovic-Savic, Kanno, S. Al-Dawsari, M. Al-Zaid, S. Al-Zaid |
| Forwards: | Mitrovic, Radif, Al-Ghamil, Malcom, Michael, Al-Hamdan |
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 08/13/24 | Al-Hilal 1 (4)-1 (4) Al-Ahli | Saudi Super Cup |
| 05/06/24 | Al-Ahli 1-1 Al-Hilal | Saudi Pro League |
| 10/27/23 | Al-Hilal 3-1 Al-Ahli | Saudi Pro League |
| 03/18/22 | Al-Hilal 4-2 Al-Ahli | Saudi Pro League |
| 10/29/21 | Al-Ahli vs Al-Hilal | Saudi Pro League |