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

This is going to be the first-ever confrontation between these clubs.

Neom SC are all set to lock horns with Al Hilal in what is going to be their matchweek 16 contest of the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League. This will be an entertaining outing, taking place at the King Khalid Sport City Stadium.

The hosts have come up with average performances since the start of the season and are now in ninth place on the league table at the moment. The upcoming game is going to be a tough challenge for them as they are gearing up to take on the table toppers. Neom Sports Club are likely to struggle in their next game, but will be keen to put up a strong fight.

Al Hilal continue their top run form. They are coming in after defeating Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr in their previous league game. The Blue Waves are now seven points clear at the top of the Saudi Pro League points table. Despite being away from home for their next fixture, the Simone Inzaghi-led side will be full of confidence and will be looking to secure three more points.

😎 pic.twitter.com/JaNEVpDYrY

— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) January 15, 2026

Kick-off:

• Location: Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: King Khalid Sport City Stadium
• Date: Sunday, January 18
• 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:

Neom SC: W-L-W-L-L

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

Players to Watch

Saïd Benrahma (Neom SC)

Saïd Benrahma was one of the goal scorers for Neom SC in their previous matchup, but it was not enough to help them secure three points. He will once again be looking to step up his game so that he can get his side to stand a chance against the Blue Waves. In 12 league games of the ongoing campaign, he has six goal involvements.

Salem Aldawsari (Al Hilal)

Salem Aldawsari is going to be one of the main men in the squad for Al Hilal. Even though he has not been in top form this season, he is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. He converted an important spot kick for Al Hilal in their previous league outing. In 10 Saudi Pro League appearances this season, he has scored three goals and has five assists to his name.

He can’t get enough 🤩💙Salem has scored against Al-Nassr more than any other opponent 🐐 pic.twitter.com/k045sc88mO

— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) January 12, 2026

Match Facts

• Al Hilal are on a 19-match winning streak.
• Neom SC have won only two of their last five matches.
• These clubs are going to face one another for the first time.

Neom SC vs Al Hilal: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Hilal to win @1/2 Ladbrokes
• Darwin Nunez to score @29/20 Virgin Bet
• Goals over 3.5

Injury and Team News

Neom SC will miss out on the services of Marcin Bulka. He is injured.

Yassine Bounou and Kalidou Koulibaly will not be in action due to national team duties.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 0

Neom SC won: 0

Al Hilal won: 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Neom SC predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Maximiano (GK); Aldawsari, Hegazi, Zeze, Faris; Kone, Al Asmari; Rodriguez, Bouabre, Benrahma; Lacazette

Al Hilal predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Mohammed Al-Yami (GK); Al-Tombakti, Mari, Al-Harbi; Hamad Al Yami; Milinkovic-Savic, Neves, Hernandez; Malcom, Nunez, Aldawsari

Match Prediction

This is going to be an entertaining game between these clubs, but Al Hilal are likely to come out on top and secure a win against Neom SC in their upcoming Saudi Pro League clash.

Prediction: Neom 1-3 Al Hilal

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: DAZN UK

USA: fubo TV, FOX Deportes

Nigeria: Star Times App, Sporty TV

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Telegram.