Al Hilal vs Al Gharafa Lineups, prediction, betting tips & odds

The hosts are two points behind leaders Al Ahli.

The AFC Champions League Elite will return to the Kingdom Arena as four-time champions Al Hilal gear up to welcome Al Gharafa in their sixth fixture. The Blue Waves dropped points from a winning position in their last game and had to settle for a draw. They are undefeated in the continental championship this season having won four games and drawn one. The Saudi giants are placed second on the table with 13 points under their belt.

Al Gharafa on the other hand have had a tough run in the competition so far. They have won just one of their five games and find themselves in the lower half of the table. The Cheetahs have maintained a good record in their domestic league, but have failed to replicate the magic in the Champions League. Pedro Martins’ men have lost three games this season, including a defeat to Al Nassr in their last outing.

Kick Off

Tuesday, December 3, 11:30 PM IST

Venue: KINGDOM ARENA

Form

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

Al Gharafa (in all competitions): L-W-L-D-W

Throwback to our 3-0 victory over AlNassr, in front of a fantastic atmosphere made by our supporters 🔥On this day last year ⏪ pic.twitter.com/owSKHOuJUn

— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) December 1, 2024

Players to watch 

Aleksandar Mitrović (Al Hilal)

The Serbian target man has been the best player for Al-Hilal upfront across all competitions. He has been firing on all cylinders and has scored a bag full of goals for the defending champions of Saudi Arabia. His precision in front of the goal coupled with his experience and expertise have helped his side win multiple championships in the last 18 months or so. He has found the back of the net 19 times in all competitions, including four goals in the Champions League. 

Joselu (Al Gharafa)

The Spanish forward is Al Gharafa’s biggest attacking weapon coming into this game. His goalscoring instincts are second to none and he has very good numbers to show for his efforts. Joselu’s aerial ability combined with his ability to be at the right place at the right time makes him an important proposition for his side. He has scored eight goals this season across all competitions, including a goal against Al-Nassr in the last game.

Match facts

• This fixture averages more than 3 goals per game
• The last time Al Gharafa won a game against Al Hilal was back in 2010
• Al Hilal have emerged victorious in all of their last three games against Al Gharafa

Al Hilal vs Al Gharafa: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Al Hilal to win
• Tip 2: Aleksandar Mitrović to score anytime 
• Tip 3: Both teams to score

Injury & Team News

Al Hilal will not have Reuben Neves, Malcom, and Neymar available for selection. Meanwhile, Al Gharafa will miss the services of Mostafa Essam, Hyun soo Jang and Asim Madibo.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 8

Al Hilal wins – 6

Al Gharafa wins – 1

Draws – 1

Predicted Line-up 

Al Hilal (4-2-3-1):

Bono (GK); Cancelo, Koulibaly, Bulaihi, Lodi; Kanno, Savic; Qahtani, Leonardo, Dawsari; Mitrovic

Al Gharafa (4-2-3-1):

N’Diaye (GK); Yousif, Traore, Sano, Hamed-Mayor; Diaz, Sassi; Coman, Al-Ganehi, Brahimi; Joselu

Prediction for Al Hilal vs Al Gharafa

Al Hilal are expected to come out on top in this fixture, thanks to their better run of form and Al Gharafa’s poor form in the Champions League this season.

Prediction: Al Hilal 3-1 Al Gharafa

Telecast for Al Hilal vs Al Gharafa

India – Fancode

UK – TBD

USA – Paramount+

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