Preview: Al Hilal vs Al Ittihad Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

The Blue Waves have won three of their last five games against the Tigers.

Al Hilal are all set to battle it out against Al Ittihad for their matchweek 22 contest of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This is going to be an intense clash between these heavyweights taking place at the Kingdom Arena.

The Simone Inzaghi-led are yet to lose a match in the league competition, and this is keeping them at the top of the table at the moment. The Blue Waves will now be eager to extend their lead. They cannot afford to drop points at the moment.

Losing points could bring them down to second place. Al Hilal will be at home for their next outing. It is going to be an advantage for them.

Al Ittihad have performed well in their last three games, but the upcoming fixture is going to be a tough contest for them. They will be away from home, and this might build up some pressure on them. Having won 11 of their 21 games, the Tigers are in sixth place on the Saudi Pro League points table.

Kick-off:

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Kingdom Arena
• Date: Sunday, February 22
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 a.m. IST (Saturday, Feb 21; 07:00 p.m. GMT/ 02:00 p.m. ET/ 09:30 a.m. PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form

Al Hilal: D-W-D-W-W

Al Ittihad: W-L-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Karim Benzema (Al Hilal)

Karim Benzema will now be facing his former club and will be eager to engrave his name on the scoresheet for Al Hilal once again. His debut performance was extraordinary. The ageing forward is clearly capable of causing issues for the opponent’s defence.

The Frenchman is going to be a crucial aspect of the squad in the final third.

Youssef En-Nesyri (Al Ittihad)

Youssef En-Nesyri has now scored in back-to-back games for Al Ittihad and will yet again look to help his side in the final third. The 28-year-old will lead the squad from the front and will be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. He looks in good touch at the moment, and a top performance by him can be crucial for the Tigers.

What a start 🥶 pic.twitter.com/8iixGQfvi0

— Al-Ittihad Club (@ittihad_en) February 17, 2026

Match Facts

• Al Hilal are unbeaten in the Saudi League this season.
• Al Ittihad are on a three-match winning streak.
• The Tigers have defeated the Blue Waves two times in their last five attempts.

Al Hilal vs Al Ittihad: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Hilal to win @3/5 BetMGM
• Karim Benzema to score @5/6 William Hill
• Goals over 3.5 @6/5 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Malcom and Yusuf Akcicek are not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad for Al Hilal due to a lack of fitness.

Al Ittihad will miss out on the services of Saad Al Mousa. He is injured. Faisel Al Ghamdi and Abdulrahman Al Obood are likely to sit out due to their fitness issues.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 104

Al Hilal won: 51

Al Ittihad won: 28

Draws: 25

Predicted Lineups

Al Hilal predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Bounou (GK); Al Yami, Al Tombakti, Koulibaly, Hernandez; Milinkovic-Savic, Neves, Kanno; Mandash, Benzema, Aldawsari

Al Ittihad predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Rajkovic (GK); Al Shanqiti, Pereira, Sharahili, Mahbub; Doumbia, Fabinho; Al Bishi, Aouar, Fernandes; En-Nesyri

Match Prediction

These clubs are going to come up with an intense battle here. Al Hilal are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Al Ittihad in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.

Prediction: Al Hilal 3-1 Al Ittihad

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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