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

The previous outing between these clubs ended in favour of the Blue Waves.

Al Riyadh are all set to battle it out against Al Hilal for their matchweek 18 fixture of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This is going to be an entertaining outing, which is scheduled to take place at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium.

The Blue Falcons will be at home, but it is not going to make things any easier for them. They are already in the relegation zone and are likely to struggle in their upcoming contest as well. Al Riyadh secured a draw after scoring a last-minute goal against Al Okhdood in their previous league outing.

Al Hilal continue their dominating run. They are coming after securing a 4-1 win against Al Fayha in their last league game. It was another top performance by them. The Blue Waves are already at the top of the Saudi Pro League points table and will be looking to extend their lead. Despite being away from home, they will be full of confidence.

Kick-off:

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium
• Date: Sunday, January 25
• Kick-off Time: 11:00 p.m. IST/ 05:30 p.m. GMT/ 12:30 p.m. ET/ 09:30 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Al Riyadh: L-D-L-L-D

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

Players to Watch

Tozé (Al Riyadh)

Tozé is coming in after scoring an important goal for his side in their previous league outing. It was not enough to get them to a win, but it surely helped them secure a draw. He will be looking to step up yet again and help his side stand a chance against the Blue Waves. He has scored five goals and has two assists in 16 league games of the ongoing campaign.

Ruben Neves (Al Hilal)

Despite not scoring any goals in the previous fixture, Ruben Neves came up with a top performance. He regulated the ball well in the midfield and bagged two assists. The 28-year-old now has 12 goal involvements in 15 Saudi Pro League appearances this season.

8 contributions in 4 games 🥶Ruben Neves just keeps giving 🔝💙 pic.twitter.com/3xS4Uu8Bql

— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) January 22, 2026

Match Facts

• Al Riyadh have failed to secure a win in their last 11 matches.
• Al Hilal have won all of their last five games.
• The Blue Waves have secured four wins in their last five outings against the Blue Falcons.

Al Riyadh vs Al Hilal: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Hilal to win @1/5 Coral
• Marcos Leonardo to score @16/25 Virgin Bet
• Goals over 3.5 @17/20 Virgin Bet

Injury and Team News

Al Riyadh have all their players fit and ready to be in action.

Yassine Bounou and Yusuf Akcicek are not going to be in action for Al Hilal as they are injured. Salem Aldawsari is not yet confirmed to be part of the squad due to fitness issues.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 32

Al Riyadh won: 1

Al Hilal won: 21

Draws: 10

Predicted Lineups

Al Riyadh predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)

Borjan (GK); Al Harfi, Alkhaibari, Barbet, Al Bowardi; Al Siyahi; Bayesh, Soro, Tozé, Okou; Sylla

Al Hilal predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Al Yami (GK); Al Harbi, Koulibaly, Marí, Hernández; Milinkovic-Savic, Neves, Kanno; Kanno, Leonardo, Nunez

Match Prediction

The hosts will be under pressure and the Blue Waves will surely use it to their advantage. Al Hilal are likely to come out on top and secure a win against Al Riyadh in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.

Prediction: Al Riyadh 1-3 Al Hilal

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

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