Al Hilal vs Gwangju FC Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | AFC Champions League Elite 2024-25

The winning side will book a slot in the semifinals of the ACL.

Al Hilal are all set to face Gwangju FC in the AFC Champions League 2024-25 Elite quarter-final. The two teams will battle intensely at Al Inma Bank Stadium at King Abdullah Sport City and both sides will make it to the next stage.

Al Hilal did not lose any of their matches during the tournament’s group stage. They will be looking to continue their form in the AFC Champions League Elite. Jorge Jesus’ men are not at their best in the Saudi Pro League, but in the ACL they are on the front foot. The opponents are new for them so they might have some issues here and there.

Gwangju FC finishes in the fourth spot on the ACL Elite table in Group A. The top tier South Korean football club will go against the Saudi Pro League giants and the better side will prevail. The one-legged quarter-final is going to be an intense fixture. Although AL Hilal have done a commendable job during the group stage, Gwangju will also come up with a proper fight.

Kick-off:

• Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Al Inma Bank Stadium at King Abdullah Sport City
• Date: Friday, April 25
• Kick-off Time: 22:00 IST/ 18:30 GMT/ 13:30 ET/ 10:30 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

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

Gwangju FC: W-W-L-W-W

Players to Watch

Salem Al Dawsari (Al Hilal)

The 33-year-old midfielder has been performing well this season. Salem Al Dawsari is also the top goal scorer for his side in the AFC Champions League Elite this season. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, Al Dawsari has done a commendable job and will be looking to go on with his current form.

Jasir Asani (Gwangju FC)

Jasir Asani will be leading the attacking lines for Gwangju FC once again. In nine ACL matches this season, Jasir Asani has scored nine goals and is the top goal-getter of his team in the tournament. He will be looking to step up as the upcoming contest is against a tough Al Hilal.

Match Facts

• Al Hilal have only won two of their last five matches in all competitions.
• Gwangju FC have won four of their last five fixtures.
• This is the first ever meeting between Al Hilal and Gwangju.

Al Hilal vs Gwangju: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Hilal to win
• Salem Al Dawsari to score
• Goals under 3.5

Injury and Team News

All of the players for both sides are fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

This is the first time Al Hilal are going to face Gwangju FC.

Predicted Lineups

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

Bounou (GK); Cancelo, Al Tambakti, Al Bulayhi, Lodi; Neves, Milinkovic-Savic; Kanno, Malcom, Al Dawsari; Mitrovic

Gwangju predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Kyeong-min (GK); Kim, Jo Seong-Kwon, Sang-Gi, Lee Min-Gi; Asani, Lee Kang-Hyun, Tae-Jun, Oh Hu-Seong; Reis, Jung-In

Match Prediction

The Saudi Pro League giants have been in good form in the ACL. Al Hilal are likely to defeat Gwangju FC in the AFC Champions League Elite quarter-final fixture.

Prediction: Al Hilal 2-1 Gwangju

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: Triller TV

Egypt: Bein sports

USA: Paramount+

Nigeria: beIN SPORTS

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