Al Hilal vs Al Hazem Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Saudi Pro League 2025-26

[(Al Hilal SFC) Strength]:
1. Al Hilal SFC currently sit at the top of the league with 32 points, leading second-placed Al Nassr FC by 1 point. The gap among the top teams is very close, so they must secure all 3 points in this match to solidify their advantage.
2. The young Brazilian forward Leonardo has been in excellent form this season. In the 18 matches he has played for the team, he has scored 12 goals, excluding penalties, making him Al Hilal SFC's top scorer.
3. Key central defender Hassan Altambakti is crucial to the team's defense. This season, he has contributed 17 interceptions, 32 tackles, and 45 clearances for the team, all of which are the highest in the squad.
4. In their last 20 matches, Al Hilal SFC have only drawn once, winning all the others. They are currently on an impressive 18-game winning streak, showing unstoppable form and excellent team condition.
5. Al Hilal SFC have remained unbeaten in their last 15 home matches, drawing only twice, and are currently on a 9-game home winning streak.
6. The two teams have faced each other 6 times in the past 5 years, with Al Hilal SFC winning 5 and drawing 1. In their two most recent encounters, Al Hilal SFC scored a total of 13 goals while conceding only 1, completely dominating their opponents.

[(Al-Hazem F.C.) Strength]:
1. Al-Hazem F.C. currently sit in 11th place in the league with 12 points, only 3 points above the relegation zone. They urgently need points to distance themselves from the relegation zone and aim to secure a draw in this match.
2. Soma is Al-Hazem F.C.'s top scorer this season, having scored 5 goals and provided 1 assist. He has scored 2 goals in his last 3 matches, showing excellent form.
3. Al-Hazem F.C. have remained unbeaten in their last 4 away matches, demonstrating reliable performance and stable play on away field.

[(Al-Hazem F.C.) Weakness]:
1. The team's main forward, Mokwana, was previously unable to play due to injury and was later called up by the national team for the Africa Cup of Nations. He will continue to be unavailable for this match.
2. Al-Hazem F.C.'s recent form has been very unstable, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last 6 matches, showing inconsistency in securing points.

[Tips]:
There is a clear gap in strength between the two sides in this match. Under the leadership of their new coach Simone Inzaghi, Al Hilal SFC have been unstoppable in the league, recently achieving an impressive 18-game winning streak. Playing at home this time, the team's attacking power is guaranteed. Although Al-Hazem F.C. have performed well in their last two away games without a loss, they conceded 13 goals in their two most recent encounters with Al Hilal SFC, showing a very poor performance against them. This match favors a big win for the home team.

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