Al Ittihad vs Al Hilal Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Al Hilal fell prey to Al Ittihad in their last clash.

Al Ittihad are all set to host Al Hilal in Matchweek 21 of the Saudi Pro League 2024-25 season. Karim Benzema and Co. are at the top of the league table, having won 17 of the 20 matches played so far. Al Ittihad are in good form. Jorge Jesus’ men have also dropped points in the last couple of matches. Al Hilal are in second place after winning 15 games in the same number of matches.

Al Ittihad will be ready at home and will be full of confidence as they emerged victorious in their previous league fixture. Karim Benzema and Co. defeated Al Wehda with ease. It was an away game for them. They scored a couple of goals in the first half and a couple of goals in the second half. Al Ittihad also defended well which led them to an easy win and also helped them bag three points.

Al Hilal are the Saudi Pro League defending champions but their title defence is slowly fading away. Jorge Jesus’ men have dropped points in three of their last five league games. This gave Al Ittihad a way to get to the top of the table. Karim Benzema and Co. also knocked out Al Hilal from the King Cup of Champions earlier this season after beating them on penalties.

Kick-off:

• Location: King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Al Inma Bank Stadium
• Date: Saturday, February 22
• Kick-off Time: 23:45 IST/ 18:15 GMT/ 13:15 ET/ 10:15 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

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— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) February 20, 2025

Form:

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

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

Players to Watch

Karim Benzema (Al Ittihad)

Leading his team from the front, Karim Benzema is the top goal scorer for Al Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League as of now. The Frenchman has scored a total of 15 goals so far and is in the race for the Golden Boot alongside Cristiano Ronaldo. Benzema also scored a goal for his side in the previous. He will once again play an important role as with his current form he will surely be able to outplay Al Hilal’s defence.

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— Karim Benzema (@Benzema) February 15, 2025

Marcos Leonardo (Al Hilal)

The Brazilian forward has played a key role for Al Hilal in the absence of Aleksandar Mitrovic. Marcos Leonardo is now the top goal-getter for the Saudi Pro League giants in the league. He has done well and will be looking to get on with his current form and scored a goal or two against Karim Benzema’s Al Ittihad.

Match Facts

• Ittihad and Al Hilal are going to clash with one another for the 68th time.
• Hilal have emerged victorious in two of their last three outings with Al Ittihad.
• Jorge Jesus’ men have only won two of their last five league games.

Al Ittihad vs Al Hilal: Betting Tips and Odds

• Match to end in a draw @3/1 Bet MGM
• Goals over 3.5 @11/10 William Hill
• Karim Benzema to score @5/1 skybet

Injury and Team News

Mario Mitaj will not be in action for the hosts. Ahmed Mohammed Sharahili’s availability will depend on how fit he is.

Aleksandar Mitrovic and Joao Cancelo’s inclusion in the squad will be doubtful because of fitness issues. Renan Lodi is injured and will be sitting out for the away side.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 67

Al Ittihad won: 14

Al Hilal won: 34

Draws: 19

Predicted Lineups

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

Rajkovic (GK); Shanqiti, Pereira, Kadesh, Al Amri; Kante, Fabinho; Diaby, Aouar, Bergwijn; Benzema

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

Bono (GK); Al-Harbi, Koulibaly, Bulaihi, Nasser Al Dawsari; Neves, Milinkovic-Savic; Kaio, Malcom; Al-Dawsari; Leonardo

Match Prediction

The high-voltage clash between Al Ittihad and Al Hilal is likely to end in a draw here.

Prediction: Al Ittihad 2-2 Al Hilal

Telecast Details

India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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