Al-Hilal vs Al-Ittihad: Saudi El Clasico Set for King’s Cup Quarter-Finals

The Saudi El Clasico will take center stage on Tuesday as Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad clash in the quarter-finals of the King's Cup of Champions at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. Both teams are currently leading the Saudi Pro League title race, with Al-Ittihad holding a narrow two-point advantage over Al-Hilal.

Al-Hilal, known as the Blue Waves, are coming off a dramatic 3-2 victory over Al-Raed on December 7, 2024, where they secured a stoppage-time winner through Ali Albulayhi. The win extended their unbeaten run to three matches across all competitions. Meanwhile, Al-Ittihad enters the match on an impressive 11-game winning streak, their last victory being a 1-0 triumph over Cristiano Ronaldo‘s Al-Nassr on December 6, courtesy of a late goal by Steven Bergwijn.

This encounter marks the earliest cup meeting between the two rivals since 2023. Al-Hilal has historically dominated the fixture, but Al-Ittihad’s current form makes them a formidable opponent. The match is expected to be tightly contested, with predictions favoring a 1-1 draw and Al-Ittihad advancing on penalties.

Key betting tips include a draw with Al-Ittihad winning on penalties, under 2.5 goals, and both teams scoring. The rivalry between these two powerhouses promises to deliver an electrifying showdown as they vie for a spot in the semi-finals of the prestigious tournament.