Al Hilal Dominates Al Ettifaq in Saudi Pro League Clash

In a highly anticipated match of the Saudi Pro League, Al Hilal hosted Al Ettifaq at the Kingdom Arena on Friday, November 8, 2024. The game saw Al Hilal continue their unbeaten streak, showcasing a dominant performance against their opponents.

Al Hilal, led by coach Jorge Jesus, came into the match with a strong record, having not lost in 45 league games, with their last defeat dating back to May 2023. The team’s recent form has been impressive, despite a draw in their previous league game against Al Nassr. Aleksandar Mitrovic, who has been in stellar form this season with 10 goals in the first nine games, was a key player to watch in this encounter.

The match saw Al Hilal take an early lead, with Mitrovic and other key players like Malcolm and João Cancelo contributing to the team’s scoring efforts. The home team’s defense, bolstered by players such as Yassine Bounou and Kalidou Koulibaly, was solid, preventing Al Ettifaq from mounting any significant threats. By the end of the game, Al Hilal had secured a convincing victory, reflecting their superior form and team cohesion.

Al Ettifaq, managed by Steven Gerrard, has been struggling this season, currently sitting in 11th place and failing to secure a win in their last six games. Despite the efforts of players like Moussa Dembélé, who has scored three goals and provided two assists this season, Al Ettifaq could not overcome the strong defensive and attacking prowess of Al Hilal.

Neymar, who recently returned from a 12-month injury hiatus, did not participate in the game due to a new hamstring injury that is expected to keep him out for four to six weeks. This injury adds to Al Hilal’s current injury concerns, which include Khalifah Aldawsari and Mohammed Al Owais.

The victory for Al Hilal maintains their lead at the top of the Saudi Pro League table, with 25 points from nine games, just one point ahead of Al Ittihad. The win also extends Al Hilal’s unbeaten streak against Al Ettifaq to 15 games).