Al Wehda vs Al Hilal Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups & Team News | SPL

Al Wehda vs Al Hilal Preview

• Competition: Saudi Pro League
• Date: Wednesday, 21 May
• Kick-Off Time: 06:00 PM GMT
• Venue: Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium

The Al Wehda vs Al Hilal match will be played on Wednesday, 21 May at the Prince Abdullah Stadium. The 15th-placed team will host the second-placed team in the Saudi Pro League.

Al Wehda will have to get points in the last two league games, as they are just above the relegation zone. Their safety is not yet confirmed in the top division, and they will have to be at their best. Even though their record against the Blue Waves is awful, they will somehow have to use their home advantage to win this fixture. They are not a side who have spent a lot of money on their players but still have got some decent results this season. They have a two-point lead against Al Orobah and somehow have to make sure they stay up.

On the other hand, Al Hilal will be extremely disappointed as they failed to defend the league title against their arch-rival Al Ittihad. Just a few days back, Al Ittihad won the league comfortably and now has a six-point lead over the Blue Waves. Jorge Jesus, who had an amazing season with the club last year, failed to replicate it this season. They were also one of the favorites to win the Champions League, but they failed there as well, hence he was sacked, and now an interim manager is in charge of the team. Now, in the upcoming games of this season, they will look to win it all and finish their season on a positive note.

Al Wehda Team News

Nawaf Al Azizi and Craig Goodwin are the players who will not be available due to injuries. The rest of the squad is fit to play against the Blue Waves on Wednesday.

Al Hilal Team News

João Cancelo and Yasser Al Shahrani are doubtful for the upcoming clash, and Marcos Leonardo is absent due to personal reasons. The rest of the players are fit to play in the upcoming fixture. Jorge Jesus has been sacked, and Mohammed Al-Shalhoub is the interim manager.

Al Wehda vs Al Hilal Predicted Lineups

Al Wehda Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):

Goalkeeper: Owaishir

Defenders: Mowalad, Makki, Hafith, Salem

Midfielders: Makahasi, Bakshween, Bacuna, Hejji

Forwards: Noor, Ighalo

Al Hilal Predicted Lineup (4-1-4-1):

Goalkeeper: Bono

Defenders: Aldawsari, Koulibaly, Bulaihi, Lodi

Midfielders: Neves, Malcom, Kanno, Savic, Al-Dawsari

Forwards: Aleksandar Mitrovic

Al Wehda vs Al Hilal Head-to-Head Record

Both teams have faced each other 33 times, out of which Al Wehda won twice, Al Hilal won 26 games, and five matches ended in draws. In the last five games, Al Hilal won three games, and two matches ended in draws.

Key Players to Watch in Al Wehda vs Al Hilal

Odion Ighalo (Al Wehda)

When featuring as a lone striker, Ighalo favors receiving possession on his feet and making runs in behind. He offers intelligent movements away from opposing defenders.

Physically, he is a dominating striker who is able to bully defenders. His time in Asia has been very successful, and he has played for some big teams in the last few seasons.

He is able to hold up the ball very well and link up with his teammates in the final third. Without the ball, he is full of energy as he presses high up on the pitch and is able to win the ball as well. This season, he has played 30 games, in which he scored six goals and provided two assists.

Malcom (Al Hilal)

He is a quick and tricky wide player who is able to dribble past opponents and create chances for himself and his teammates. His small and controlled touches soon turn into full-blown surges forward, as he is able to deliver some brilliant crosses inside the box. His time with Al Hilal has been very successful, and fans love him. Even though there has been some criticism of his fitness levels but despite all those issues, he is able to make a difference on the field. This season, he has played 40 games, in which he scored 12 goals and provided 16 assists.

Al Wehda vs Al Hilal Prediction

Despite being the away team, Al Hilal are the clear favorites to win this fixture as, quality-wise, they are a much better team and have players who can make a difference on the pitch. Al Wehda will not be an easy team to beat despite having a poor season. This will be an exciting clash for sure, most probably the away team will take all three points.

Predicted Score: Al Wehda 0-2 Al Hilal

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