Al Hilal vs Al Khaleej

Al Hilal are set to welcome Al Khaleej to the Kingdom Arena for matchweek 28 of the Saudi Pro League 2024-25 campaign. This clash promises to deliver plenty of action as both sides look to grab crucial points late in the season.

While Al Hilal haven’t been at their dominant best this season, they currently sit second in the standings. With the title race heating up, the defending champions need to win every remaining game to keep their hopes of retaining the crown alive. Their recent 1-1 draw with Al Ettifaq, where Malcom netted a vital equalizer, was a setback that cost them valuable points.

Al Khaleej, on the other hand, are mid-table, occupying 10th place after a season of mixed results. However, they’ve already defeated Al Hilal once this season, which could give them a confidence boost heading into this fixture. Still, they’ll face the tough challenge of playing away from home.

Their previous outing ended in disappointment as they suffered a heavy 1-5 defeat to Al Fateh. Despite that poor showing, Al Khaleej might fancy their chances again, especially given Al Hilal’s recent inconsistency under Jorge Jesus.

With Aleksandar Mitrović missing several matches this season, Marcos Leonardo has stepped up as the focal point of Al Hilal’s attack. Currently in strong form, he’s become the team’s top scorer in the Saudi Pro League.

Leonardo has netted 17 goals in 23 league appearances and will be eager to increase his tally in the upcoming fixture. His consistent performances have been key for Al Hilal, and he’ll be aiming to maintain that level as they push for another victory.

Abdullah Al Salim (Al Khaleej)
Abdullah Al Salim has led the frontline for Al Khaleej with some solid showings this season. However, he’ll need to elevate his performance if his team is to challenge a powerhouse like Al Hilal.

With 14 goal contributions in 26 league games, Al Salim’s impact has been noticeable, though his recent form has dipped—scoring just once in his last five matches. He’ll be hoping to rediscover his scoring touch to give Al Khaleej a fighting chance.