Al Raed Vs Al Hilal Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Saudi Pro League

Al Raed Vs Al Hilal Preview

Tournament: Saudi Pro League

Date: Wednesday, 7 May

Kick-off time: 16:15 GMT

Venue: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium

Bottom-place Al Raed are set to tussle with Al Hilal at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in round 30 of the Saudi Pro League action, looking to return to winning ways.

Al Raed have found life difficult in the league this term as they find themselves at the bottom of the table after 29 matches. So far, they have managed to gather only 21 points from 29 matches, courtesy of 6 wins, 3 draws, while losing another 20 losses.

Goalscoring has been a major problem for them, having only managed to score 20 goals from this number of matches. In the last eight matches, they have managed to register only one win, which came in the 4-0 hammering of Al Oroboh.

Other than that, they have lost six and secured one draw in these matches. Karim El Berkaoui is their top scorer this season with nine goals, while veteran forward Amir Sayoud provides the most assists with seven; he also has eight goals to his name, becoming the second top scorer.

Al Hilal, on the other hand, will be disappointed with the way they have blown the title race, having been once in a comfortable position. They now find themselves second in the table, six points behind them with five matches to come.

This has all been down to their performance in the last few matches, having managed to secure just two wins, while losing one and drawing another two. Jorge Jesus, who were on the hunt for silverware, now find themselves without any, having also been defeated in the AFC Champions League semifinal by rivals Al Ahly.

Now they can focus on finishing the season strongly as their top scorer, Marcos Leonardo, with 17 goals, aims to help his side to a win here. He will be supported by their skipper, Salem Al-Dawsari, who has provided 12 assists for them.

Al Raed Team News

The home side has two injury concerns in their squad for this clash. Mohammed Fouzair will miss the remainder of the season due to a cruciate ligament injury.

It has been a tough season for him after suffering the injury last year on 26 October; since then, he has been on the sidelines. He is joined by on-loan left-back from Al Ittihad, Zakaria Al Hawsawi, who is not fully fit for this clash.

Al Hilal Team News

Jorge Jesus will be disappointed with his side after they blew the lead in the title race to hand Al Ittihad a free run for the title. However, the good news for him is that he has all the players available for selection.

Kalidou Koulibaly is expected to start here despite getting sent off in the AFC Champions League. Similarly, the front trio of Malcom, Aleksandar Mitrovic, and Salem Al-Dawsari are expected to start here.

Al Raed Vs Al Hilal Predicted Lineups

Al Raed predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Moreira

Defenders: Al Rajeh, Gonzalez, Qasmi, Al Yousif

Midfielders: Hazazi, Normann, Abeid

Attackers: Sayoud, El Berkaoui, Bouzok

Al Hilal predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Bounou

Defenders: Cancelo, Tambakti, Koulibaly, Lodi

Midfielders: Neves, Milinkovic-Savic

Attackers: Malcom, Leonardo, Al-Dawsari; Mitrovic

Al Raed Vs Al Hilal H2H Record

Al Raed have a poor record against the defending champions as they are yet to register a win against them in 21 matches. They have lost 18 and drawn three against them, which they surely will look to improve in this match.

Key players to watch in Al Raed Vs Al Hilal

Amir Sayoud (Al Raed)

The veteran striker is heading into this match in red-hot form, having scored three goals in his last five games while also making two assists to make it a 5 G/A contribution in the same matches.

His overall tally for the season is up to eight goals in 24 games, and also assisted a further eight. Although the team has failed to showcase their brilliant best, he has not taken any time to prove his worth.

Malcom (Al Hilal)

Malcom has been one of the consistent performers for Al Hilal over the last two seasons. This season is no different with the Brazilian already scoring eight goals while laying on another seven assists.

However, he has also struggled along with the team in recent matches, managing to score once while providing another assist. Known for his wonderful left foot and excellent dribbling skills, he will be looking to finish the season on a strong note.

Al Raed Vs Al Hilal Prediction

It has been a tough season for the home team, which have struggled to perform more consistently throughout the season. Al Hilal, on the other side, will be feeling disappointed as at one point they were on the hot seat for the title.

Nevertheless, this match gives them the chance to bring some joy to the fans after recent setbacks. We expect Al Hilal to emerge victorious here, considering their dominant record against the home team.

Predicted Score: Al Raed 1-3 Al Hilal

Where to watch Al Raed Vs Al Hilal Live?