Preview: Al Hilal vs Al Kholood prediction, odds, where to watch, time | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

All three fixtures between these clubs have ended in favour of the Blue Waves.

Al Hilal are all set to battle it out against Al Kholood in what is going to be their matchweek 29 fixture of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This will be an intense outing, which is scheduled to take place at the Kingdom Arena.

Simone Inzaghi’s men once again dropped points. They are coming in after securing a 2-2 draw against Al Taawoun in their previous league matchup. The Blue Waves are now five points behind the table toppers, Al Nassr.

Al Hilal will be eager to return to winning ways and being at home is going to be an added advantage for them. They do have quality players in the squad, but their performance in the defensive back was not good enough in the previous one.

Al Kholood have not performed up to the mark in their last four outings. They conceded a late goal and settled for a draw in their previous league contest against Al Khaleej. With eight wins in their 27 fixtures, the Des Buckingham-led side are in 14th place on the Saudi Pro League points table.

Kick-off:

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Kingdom Arena
• Date: Wednesday, April 8
• Kick-off Time: 11:30 PM IST/ 06:00 PM GMT/ 01:00 PM ET/ 10:00 AM PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

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

Al Kholood: W-L-L-D-D

Players to Watch

Marcos Leonardo (Al Hilal)

The 22-year-old will have a crucial role to play in the final third for Al Hilal. In 20 Saudi Pro League appearances this season, he has scored 11 goals and has an assist to his name. Marcos Leonardo scored an important goal in the previous league game, but it was not enough to get them a win.

Marcos Leonardo's goal tonight at Kingdom Arena ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/QgReNVEVRm

— Roshn Saudi League (@SPL_EN) April 4, 2026

Ramiro Enrique (Al Kholood)

Even though he did not feature in the previous outing for Al Kholood, Ramiro Enrique is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front. He has scored 15 goals in the ongoing league campaign and will be eager to add more to his tally. The 24-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Blue Waves.

Match Facts

• Al Hilal are unbeaten in their last five matches.
• Al Kholood have failed to secure a win in their last four games.
• Pride of Ar Rass have never managed a win against the Blue Waves.

Al Hilal vs Al Kholood: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Hilal to win
• Marcos Leonardo to score @10/11 William Hill
• Goals over 3.5 @3/4 BOYLE Sports

Injury and Team News

Salem Aldawsari, Sultan Mandash, Yusuf Akcicek, Moteb Al Harbi, Hassan Tambakti, Nasser Aldawsari and Hamad Al Yami are not going to be in action for Al Hilal. They are injured.

Al Kholood will not have Abdulmalik Al Harbi and Myziane Maolida in action due to their injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 3

Al Hilal won: 3

Al Kholood won: 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Al Hilal predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Bounou (GK); Darisi, Lajami, Koulibaly, Hernandez; Kanno, Neves, Milinkovic-Savic; Malcom, Benzema, Leonardo

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

Cozzani (GK); Gyömbér, Utkus, Pinas; Solan, N’Doram, Al Dossari, Samili; Al Aliwa, Bahbri; Enrique

Match Prediction

Things are going to be tough for Al Kholood at the Kingdom Arena. The Blue Waves have more quality players in their squad compared to the opponents and this is going to give them an edge.

Al Hilal at home are a strong side and might secure three points here.

Prediction: Al Hilal 3-1 Al Kholood

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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