Al Hilal vs Al Fayha Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds
The Blue Waves will look to continue their winning run in the Saudi Pro League.
The current Saudi Pro League champions will lock horns against Al Fayha on Friday night. Al Hilal are sitting comfortably at the top of the table with 18 points. Till now they have played six matches and they have won it all.
Like last season, this time as well they are playing attacking football and completely dominating the league. They have signed some more quality players this season and surely look to win all the trophies, whether domestically or at the continental level.
On the other hand, Al Fayha started their season poorly, as they are currently placed in the 14th position in the league, with only five points. They have only won a single match in six fixtures and drawn two matches. Playing against Al Hilal away from home is a big task. Al Fayha will have to give their best to get something positive from this match.
Kick-Off:
Friday, 18 Oct 2024 at 4:00 PM UK, 8:30 PM IST
Location: Kingdom Arena
Form
Al Hilal (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W
Al Fayha (in all competitions): D-W-W-D-L
Players to Watch
Aleksandar Mitrovic (Al Hilal)
The Serbian is a prototypical number 9. An old-fashioned, physically imposing striker who is capable of holding the ball up with his back to the goal and getting into goal-scoring areas. He is very good in the air and can beat defenders with his physicality.
Mitrovic is a proper poacher inside the penalty box and is probably the best striker in the league. In front of the goal, he is lethal and does not miss many chances to score. He will be the biggest threat to Al Fayha.
Chris Smalling (Al Fayha)
He is fast and nearly unbeatable in one-on-ones. He has a great ability to read the play and anticipate. Smalling has never been known for his skills on the ball.
His strengths have always lied in the defensive phase of the game. Smalling is not a particularly progressive attacking player with the ball at his feet. While his defending style may look unorthodox at times, he does well to get the job done off the ball, using his body to win the ball and nullify opposition attacks. His decision-making has improved both on and off the ball, leading to a more complete comfortable defender.
Match Facts
- Al Hilal have won 29 home matches in a row.
- The winner of the last meeting were Al Hilal
- The average number of goals in meetings between Al Hilal and Al Fayha is 1.8.
Al Hilal vs Al Fayha: Betting Tips & Odds
- Tip 1 – Al Hilal to win this fixture – 1/12 by bet365
- Tip 2 – Aleksandar Mitrovic to score anytime
- Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5
Injury and Team News
Neymar will miss this fixture as he is still recovering from his injury. The rest of the players are fit and will be available for the match. Bounou is also set to miss out on this clash after suffering a strain in his hamstring.
On the other side, Henry Onyekuru will miss the fixture against Al Hilal due to injury. The rest of the squad are fully fit and will be available for the fixture.
Head-to-Head
Matches: 14
Al Hilal: 7
Al Fayha: 3
Draws: 4
Predicted Lineups
Al Hilal Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Al-Owais (GK); Al-Shahrani, Koulibaly, Al-Bulaihi, Lodi; Neves, Milinkovic-Savic; Cancelo, Malcom, Al-Dawsari; Mitrovic
Al Fayha Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):
Mosquera(GK); Baqawi, Al-Khaibari, Smalling, Abdi; Sakala, Cimirot, Shukurov, Al-Harthi; Lopez, Pozuelo
Match Prediction for Al Hilal vs Al Fayha
The home team are unbeaten in the Saudi Pro League. They are a confident side who are very strong in their backyard. On the other hand, Al Fayha are struggling this season. It will be a huge task for them to get a good result against the defending champions. Surely this will be an exciting clash, but most probably the home team will win this fixture.
Prediction: Al Hilal 3-1 Al Fayha
Telecast for Al Hilal vs Al Fayha
India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: DAZN UK
USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes
Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV
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