Al-Hilal Looks to Extend Dominance Over Al Raed in Saudi Pro League Clash
Al-Hilal will be looking to maintain their momentum when they face Al Raed at the Kingdom Arena on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in a highly anticipated Saudi Pro League match. The hosts, currently sitting in second place, are trailing league leaders Al Ittihad by just two points and will be eager to secure all three points to keep the pressure on the table toppers. On the other hand, Al Raed, who are in 10th place, will face a tough challenge as they travel to face one of the most formidable teams in the league.
Al-Hilal’s recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, especially since the international break in November. After suffering a surprising 3-2 defeat to Al Khaleej, they were also held to a 1-1 draw by Al Sadd in the AFC Champions League. However, the team seemed to bounce back with a much-needed 3-0 win over Al Gharafa. Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Aleksandar Mitrovic, both of whom have been in excellent form, scored in that match to show that Al-Hilal are still very much in the hunt for the league title. Despite the recent hiccups, they will be confident of extending their unbeaten streak at home, where they have not tasted defeat in their last 28 league games.
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In contrast, Al Raed has been struggling this season. They have won just four of their 12 league games and come into this match after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Al Taawoun. Their road form has been particularly worrying, with only two wins from six away games this season. Al Raed’s recent record against Al-Hilal is also dismal—having failed to beat them in their last 18 attempts dating back to 2015. The Blue Waves have dominated this fixture, outscoring Al Raed 42-12 during this run.
Al-Hilal will be missing Neymar due to injury, but they still boast a star-studded squad, including the likes of Mitrovic, Milinkovic-Savic, Malcom, and Joao Cancelo. The presence of experienced players like Kalidou Koulibaly and Ruben Neves will also provide a solid backbone to their defense. Meanwhile, Al Raed will rely on Karim El Berkaoui, who has scored four goals this season, to lead their attack. However, they will miss the services of Mohammed Fouzair, who is sidelined with a serious knee injury.
Looking at the form and head-to-head record, it’s hard to see anything other than an Al-Hilal victory in this encounter. Their incredible home form and superior squad depth make them the favorites, and it’s likely that they will extend their unbeaten streak and keep the pressure on Al Ittihad. With the attacking firepower at their disposal, Al-Hilal will be expected to claim a comfortable 3-1 victory over Al Raed, a team they have dominated in recent years.
So, while Al Raed will be hoping for an upset, the odds are stacked against them. Al-Hilal’s quality, home advantage, and recent form should see them through this Saudi Pro League clash with ease. Fans can expect a dominant performance from the hosts as they look to keep their title hopes alive and maintain their stronghold on the Saudi Pro League standings.
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