Al-Ahly vs. Al-Hilal: A Crucial Clash in the Saudi League
The anticipation builds as Al-Hilal faces off against Al-Ahly today in the Saudi Professional League, a match that promises to be a thrilling encounter. Al-Hilal, currently leading the league, aims to secure their sixth consecutive victory, bolstered by a strong start to the season that includes a recent 3-1 triumph over rivals Al-Ittihad. Meanwhile, Al-Ahly, struggling in seventh place, looks to reverse their fortunes and claim their first win over Al-Hilal since 2020, when they last defeated them 2-1 at home.
Al-Hilal enters the match with momentum, having recently decimated Al-Shorta of Iraq 5-0 in the AFC Champions League, marking their second straight victory in the West Zone. The team, known as Al-Zaeem, boasts a formidable attacking lineup featuring Serbian stars Aleksandar Mitrovic and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, alongside Brazilian talents Malcom and Marcos Leonardo, and the Portuguese full-back Joao Cancelo, who joined from Manchester City.
On the other side, Al-Ahly is grappling with challenges, having suffered consecutive losses, including an unexpected exit from the King's Cup Championship against second-tier Al-Jandal. Reports suggest that the club's management is considering a change in coaching staff, putting pressure on Matias Jaissle. Additionally, they will be without their Senegalese goalkeeper Edouard Mendy due to injury.
Match Details and Broadcast Information
The highly-anticipated match is scheduled for Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Shining Jewel Stadium, with kickoff set for 9:00 PM Mecca, Doha, and Cairo time, and 10:00 PM UAE time. Fans can catch the live action on SSC1 HD, and follow live updates on Al Jazeera Net.
