Al Hilal vs Al Raed: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Al Hilal take on Al Raed to establish their lead at the top

Al Hilal are dominating the Saudi Pro League with their performance this season. They are the only side in the league to have not lost a match since the start of the year. In the AFC Champions League, Al Hilal won the first leg with a 1-3 dominant win over Sepahan. Currently, they are on unbeaten run of 31 games. Jorge Jesus is leading the team to the top of the league with great success. 

Al Raed are currently languishing in the 13th position in the Saudi Pro League, with 19 points from 19 matches. With a struggling team and two points away from the relegation zone, the team is facing relegation danger. The team’s recent performance suggests they will be able to finish the season on a safer note, since they won their last two matches after pulling an impressive win against Al Ittihad and a thrilling victory over Abha before the midseason break. 

Kick-Off:

Sunday, 18 February 2024 at 7:30 PM IST

Location: Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium

Form:

Al Hilal (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Al Raed (in all competitions): W-W-L-D-W

Player to Watch

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic (Al Hilal)

In spite of the excellent form of Mitrovic, the former Lazio Man has been an unsung hero for the team. In addition to scoring eight goals and providing four assists for his team, the midfielder has helped Al Hilal mount a serious title challenge this season. With his darting running into the box for goals, he has made a name for himself. He likes to score all types of goals, whether they are headed or long-range. 

Karim El Berkaoui (Al Raed) 

The 28 year old has been in excellent form Al Raed this season with the forward solving the goal scoring burden for the team. An impressive trait of his is his ability to create room for his teammates as well as assist them in buildup play. He has scored seven goals and contributed two assists this season. Al Raed has relied on him for the goals this season with the forward capable of delivering the team’s goals. 

Match Facts

• Al Hilal are unbeaten in the last 31 matches
• Al Raed come into this tie after defeating Abha in the last match before the midseason break
• Al Hilal have the best defensive record in the competition

Injury and Team News

With Neymar out of the season because of a cruciate ligament injury and Mufarrij on the sidelines, Jorge Jesus has two long-term absences in their squad. Mohammed Al Owais is also out with a back injury.

There is just one injury concern for Al Raed, with Sayoud out due to a muscle injury. The rest of the players are available for selection. 

Head to Head

Total Matches-17

Al Hilal- 8

Al Raed- 5

Draw-4

Predicted Lineup for Al Hilal vs Al Raed

Al Hilal Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Bounou; Abdulhamid, Koulibaly, Al-Bulayhi, Shahrani; Kanno, Neves, Milinkovic-Savic; Michael, Mitrovic, Al-Dawsari

Al Raed Predicted lineup (5-3-2):

Match Prediction for Al Hilal vs Al Raed

With Al Hilal unbeaten in the last 31 matches, the League Leaders are on an outstanding run of form, while Al Raed have struggled to maintain consistency this term. In the current form of Al Hilal, it will be a difficult match for the away side. With the home support playing a factor, Al Hilal will be favourites for this match. 

Prediction: Al Hilal 3-0 Al Raed

Telecast for Al Hilal vs Al Raed

India- SonyLiv, Sony Sports Network

UK- Sky Sports

US –  ESPN

Nigeria – Sporty TV

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