Al Ahli vs Al Hilal Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Two of the star-studded teams face each other.

Al Ahli have endured a mixed start to the new season, gathering seven points from the starting five matches. After an impressive campaign last term where they finished third in the standings, Al Ahli will be aiming to fight for the trophy this time after making some excellent additions to the team. 

Matthias Jaissle’s side have shown tremendous growth in the past few seasons from gaining promotion to establishing themselves as a top side in the Saudi Pro League. The team also suffered a setback in the round of 16 of the King’s Cup after losing their match against Al-Jandal. This match remains vital for them to prove their credentials for the title this season. 

Meanwhile, Al Hilal on the other hand have become an undisputed team in the Saudi Pro League. The reigning champions are playing some impressive football at the moment and have started the new season from where they left off last season.

They are currently leading the charts after five matches, winning all of them. However, the biggest test for Jorge Jesus’s team will be in this game as they take on an impressive Al Ahli side. Also, the timely return of Neymar can prove to be a game-changer for them in retaining the title this season.  

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 5 October 2024 at 7:00 PM UK, 11:30 PM IST

Location: King Abdullah Sports City

Form:

Al Ahli (in all competitions): W-W-L-L-W

⁠Al Hilal (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Ivan Toney (Al Ahli)

Al Ahli have made an excellent signing in the form of Ivan Toney. They feel he is the final jigsaw in the team who can guide them to the trophy this season. Ivan Toney hasn’t disappointed either, starting the season in brilliant form for his new team. 

He has already scored two goals from three matches and also assisted another one. Toney has already shown signs of what is yet to come after brilliantly linking up the play with Riyad Mahrez and Roberto Firmino in the last few games. The stage is set for Toney to become the hero by guiding his team to victory here.

Aleksandar Mitrovic (⁠Al Hilal)

Aleksandar Mitrovic has been in sublime for Al Hilal this season after managing to score seven goals from the opening five matches. He is currently leading the goalscoring charts in the league and will be aiming to win the Golden Boot this time after losing to Cristiano Ronaldo in the previous campaign. Mitrovic is a predator inside the box who is dangerous from set pieces and is also clinical in converting the chances for the team.  

Match Facts

• Al Ahli suffered a 1-0 loss against Al Ahli in the last league game
• Al Hilal registered a 4-2 win over Al Kholood 
• Al Hilal are unbeaten in the last seven matches against  Al Ahli

⁠Al Ahli vs Al Hilal: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Ivan Toney to score the first goal
• Tip 2: Al Hilal to win this game 
• Tip 3: Aleksandar Mitrovic to score a goal anytime

Injury & Team News

Al Ahli have one injury concern in their squad as first-choice goalkeeper Edouard Mendy remains a major doubt for participation in this game after recovering from an injury. 

Meanwhile, Al Hilal will be without Hassan Tambakti and Al-Harbi for this game with the duo ruled out due to injury. However, the good news for them is their superstar Neymar is back in training with the squad. 

Head to Head

Total Matches – 21

⁠Al Ahli – 4

Al Hilal – 10

Draws – 7

Predicted Lineup

Al Ahli predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Al-Sanbi (GK); Majrashi, Demiral, Ibanez, Al Ammar; Kessie, Aljohan; Mahrez, Firmino, Al-Buraikan; Toney

⁠Al Hilal predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Bounou (GK); Cancelo, Koulibaly, Al-Bulayhi, Lodi; Al Dawsari, Milinkovic-Savic; Malcom, Leonardo, Al-Dawsari; Mitrovic

Match Prediction for ⁠Al Ahli vs Al Hilal

We have an exciting game of football on the horizon with two of the best sides in the division facing each other. Both these teams have top-quality players in their squad who have the quality to win matches on their brilliance. However, considering the results this season, we expect Al Hilal to win here with a narrow margin. 

Prediction: ⁠Al Ahli 2-3 Al Hilal

Telecast for ⁠Al Ahli vs Al Hilal

India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – DAZN UK

US –  fuboTV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria – StarTimes App, Sporty TV

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