Al Hilal vs Al-Wehda: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :December 13, 2023 at 1:45 PM

Modified at :December 27, 2023 at 5:33 PM

Al Hilal still remain the only unbeaten team in the Saudi Pro League

AI-Hilal competed in their most recent match against AI-Tai, clinching a narrow victory that extended their lead at the top of the Saudi Pro League standings. They are now 7 points ahead of Al Nassr, who are currently second in the points table. Mitrovic continued his goal scoring form as he netted the second goal in their last match. The performance of Al Hilal this season has been something to watch with all the experience players they have in the side.

At the start of the season, Al Wehda showed strong form but experienced a dip in momentum last month. Out of their last four games, they’ve secured victory twice, and suffered two losses in that period. Currently placed 9th in the table, they hold a record of 7 wins, 1 draw, and 8 losses. Their recent win in the last match against Al Akhdoud stands as a positive note, especially facing the formidable Al Hilal.

Kick-off:

Friday, 15 December 2023 at 6:00 PM GMT (11:30 PM IST)

Location: Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Stadium

Form:

Al Hilal (Saudi Pro League): W-W-W-W-W

Al Wehda (Saudi Pro League): W-L-W-L-W

Players to watch:

Aleksandar Mitrovic (Al Hilal)

In the Saudi Pro League, he has been exceptional in scoring remarkable goals. With a high attacking work rate, his standout skills lie in ball control, dribbling and goal-scoring abilities. He has been significant in front of goal for Al Hilal this season, as the leading scorer for Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League, he’s currently netted 14 goals in 14 matches this season.

Craig Goodwin (Al Wehda)

Craig Goodwin has been Al Wehda’s highest scorer this season with 5 goals in 11 matches that he has played this season. He’s been extremely precise while playing on the wing, often appearing as the sole impactful player in that position. In this match against the league leaders, he will prove to be vital in terms of posing a threat to Al Hilal’s defense.

Match facts:

Al Hilal, the home team have not been beaten yet this season.
Al Hilal have all of the 6 matches at home in the Saudi Pro League this season.
Al Wehda have been in very inconsistent form throughout the season with seven wins, eight defeats and a draw.
In their last 5 away games in all competitions, Al Wehda have managed to only win one game.
Al Wehda have only managed to win one match against Al Hilal.

Injury and Team news for Al Hilal vs Al Wehda:

Neymar will continue to miss the match after suffering an season end injury, Shahrani is also expected to miss the match. Total of 4 players are set to miss this match.

Al Wehda on the other hand have no injury concerns, a full healthy squad is set to make it to the pitch in this upcoming encounter. Islam A

Head to Head:

Total Matches – 13

Al Hilal wins – 10

Al Wehda wins – 1

Draws – 2

Predicted Lineup

Al Hilal predicted lineup:

Bono; Abdulhamid, Koulibaly, Al Altambakti, Al Berik; Neves, Milinković-Savić; Michael, Malcom, Al Dawsari; Mitrovic

Al Wehda predicted lineup:

Munir; Al-Muwallad, Yamiq, Duarte, Al Bukhari; Anselmo, Bakshween, Fajr; Goodwin, Ighalo, Noor

Match Prediction for Al Hilal vs Al Wehda:

Coached by former Benfica and Fenerbahce boss Jorge Jesus, Al Hilal sit at the top of the Saudi Pro League this season They have managed 14 victories with two draws so far this year, dominating the Pro League. They will face a team sitting in the middle of the points of table with a very inconsistent campaign. Al Hilal’s recent form will prove to be a big threat for the away team in Al Hilal’s fortress.

Prediction: Al Hilal 3-0 Al Wehda

Telecast for Al Hilal vs Al-Wehda:

India – Sony Liv, Sony Sports Network

UK – Sky Sports

US – ESPN

Nigeria – Sporty TV

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