Al Hilal vs Al Shabab Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2024-25

11 points separate the two sides on the points table.
On Matchday 29 of the Saudi Pro League, Al Hilal will host Al Shabab at the KINGDOM ARENA. The Blue Waves are currently placed second in the points table and have accumulated 61 points from the opening 28 matches. They have 19 wins, four draws, and five losses to their name in the ongoing campaign.
They trail the league leaders, Al Ittihad, by four points. They have scored 77 goals already this season and are on top of the scoring charts.
Al-Shabab, on the other hand, finds themselves in sixth place. With 15 wins, five draws, and eight losses, they have accumulated 50 points from their opening 28 matches. They are coming into this game after playing a 1-1 draw against Al Akhdoud.
They will be eager to get back to winning ways against Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.
KickOff:
- Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Stadium: KINGDOM ARENA
- Date: Monday, April 21
- Kickoff time: 21:25 IST/15:55 GMT/08:55 PT/ 11:55 ET
- Referee: Not decided
- VAR: In Use
Form:
Al Hilal (in all competitions): W-D-L-W-W
Al Shabab (in all competitions): D-W-W-L-W
Players to watch out for:
Malcom (Al Hilal)
The Brazilian attacker has been very consistent since his move to the Saudi team. He is very versatile and can operate both as a right winger and an attacking midfielder. He has an excellent passing range and can unlock any defence.
He is a player who cannot be judged on stats alone, as he offers many things to a team. Despite that, Malcom has registered eight goals and six assists in the ongoing league campaign.
Yannick Carrasco (Al Shabab)
The former Atletico Madrid winger recently returned from a long-term injury. He even registered two assists in his previous four matches. He is technically sound and very effective in 1v1 situations.
His experience will be vital for his side to finish the season on a strong note. Fans will expect him to give a great performance against the defending champions.
Match Facts:
- The last game between these two teams ended in a 2-1 win for Al Hilal.
- Al Hilal won 3-0 against Al Khaleej in their last game.
- Al Shabab played a 0-0 draw against Al Akhdoud in their last game.
Al Hilal vs Al Shabab: Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: Al Hilal to win – 1.28 by Dafabet
- Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.67 by 1XBET
- Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 3 – 1.55 by Stake
Injury and Team news:
Al Hilal have their entire squad available for selection.
Al Shabab on the other hand will be without the likes of Fahad Al-Muwallad, Seung-gyu Kim, and Hussain Al-Sabiyani due to their respective injuries.
Head To Head:
Total matches: 50
Al Hilal won: 26
Al Shabab won: 9
Draws: 15
Predicted Lineup:
Al Hilal (4-2-3-1)
Al Owais(GK); Al-Shahrani, Koulibaly, Tambakti, Al Harbi; Milinković-Savić, Neves; Al-Dawsari, Malcom, César; Mitrović
Al Shabab (4-3-3)
Al-Maiouf(GK); Leandrinho, Hoedt, Shwirekh, Al-Thani; Aljuwayr, Kamara, Guanca; Carrasco, Podence, Hamdallah
Match Prediction:
Al Hilal are coming into this game as huge favourites. They cannot afford to slip up if they intend to challenge Al Ittihad till the end for the title.
Prediction: Al Hilal 3-1 Al Shabab
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