One of the tournament favorites, Al Hilal, takes on Iraqi champions Al Shorta, and it is going to be a thrilling spectacle. Confidence oozing out of their veins, Al Hilal are on a winning spree and, more importantly, with an All-star lineup to start the game. On the other side of the pitch, Al Shorta comes into this match with an abundance of momentum as they have breezed through an impressive performance against Al Nassr. They are keen to give the reigning Saudi Pro League champions a run for their money.
Kick-Off Details
Date: Tuesday, 1 October 2024
Time: 7:00 PM UK, 11:30 PM IST
Venue: Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Al Hilal (W-W-W-W-W):
Al Shorta (D-L-W-L-D):
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Match Facts
- Al Hilal is without defeat in their last 21 across all competitions, depicting the success they have experienced at home and abroad.
- Al Shorta got a great draw against Al Nassr in the Group D match of the AFC Champions League; indeed, the team did not get dominated by the top teams.
- It is going to be the first-ever encounter of Al Hilal with Al Shorta.
Injury & Team News
- Al Hilal: Neymar remains sidelined with a cruciate ligament injury, while Moten Al-Harni is a doubt for this match. Despite these setbacks, Al Hilal has plenty of quality depth to manage without them.
- Al Shorta: The Iraqi champions have a fully fit squad and are expected to field the same lineup that earned them a valuable point against Al Nassr.
Predicted Lineups
Al Hilal (4-2-3-1):
Bounou (GK); Cancelo, Koulibaly, Al-Bulayhi, Lodi; Al-Dawsari, Milinkovic-Savic; Malcom, Leonardo, Al-Dawsari; Mitrovic
Al Shorta (4-4-2):
Fadhil (GK); Qasim, Banga, Younnes, Yahia; Shakir, Jasem, Youssef, Ali; Dawood, Al Mawas
Match Prediction
Al Hilal have been unstoppable in the competition and with the likes of Mitrovic, Malcom, and Cancelo in their lineup, they are heavy favorites to win. Al Shorta, though defensively sound, may struggle to contain the relentless attack of the Saudi champions. While Al Shorta could pose a threat on counters, the quality and depth of Al Hilal's squad should see them cruise to victory.
Prediction: Al Hilal 3-2 Al Shorta
Telecast Information
- India: FanCode
- UK: TBD
- US: Paramount+
- Saudi Arabia: beIN SPORTS CONNECT, TOD