Al-Hilal look to continue their winning momentum at home against a confident Al-Ahli side. The champions are strong on their turf, but Al-Ahli’s solid defense and recent form make them tough opponents. A competitive clash is expected, with both teams eager for a crucial win.
📅 Match Date: March 1, 2025
⏰ Nepali Time: 12:45 AM
🏟 Venue: Kingdom Arena
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Al-Hilal’s Performance
Al-Hilal returned to winning ways with a dominant 5-1 victory over Al-Kholood, ending a three-match winless run. However, their title defense took a hit earlier this month with draws against Damac and Al-Riyadh, followed by a crucial loss to Al-Ittihad. The reigning champions are nearly flawless at home, winning 10 of their 11 matches at the Kingdom Arena. They have also dominated this fixture, going unbeaten in their last eight meetings with Al-Ahli.
Al-Ahli’s Performance
Al-Ahli are in excellent form, winning six of their last seven league matches, including a convincing 4-1 victory over Al Qadsiah FC last time out. Sitting just three points behind the AFC Champions League qualification spots, they will be highly motivated to close the gap. They have been solid away from home, winning each of their last four competitive away fixtures. With the league’s joint-best defense, they will aim to frustrate Al-Hilal and secure a crucial result.
Key Stats
✅ Al-Hilal are unbeaten in their last eight matches against Al-Ahli (W6, D2).
✅ Al-Hilal have taken 31 points from a possible 33 at home this season.
✅ Al-Ahli have won their last four competitive away matches.
Match Prediction
Al-Hilal’s home dominance and strong squad depth make them favorites, but Al-Ahli’s form and defensive solidity could make this a closer contest than expected.
Prediction: Al-Hilal 2-1 Al-Ahli
Team News
Al-Hilal Team News
🚑 Injuries: Aleksandar Mitrovic (hamstring)
❌ Suspensions: None
📋 Squad Status: Marcos Leonardo has been in top form, scoring in each of his last 10 league games.
🔵 Al-Hilal Possible Starting XI
Bounou (GK), Cancelo, Koulibaly, Bulaihi, Al-Harbi, Milinkovic-Savic, Neves, Cesar, Malcom, Al-Dawsari, Leonardo
Al-Ahli Team News
🚑 Injuries: Abdullah Otayf (knee), Alexsander
❌ Suspensions: None
📋 Squad Status: Riyad Mahrez is doubtful, while Ivan Toney is in red-hot form with goals in his last five matches.
🟢 Al-Ahli Possible Starting XI
Mendy (GK), Bakor, Ibanez, Dams, Majrashi, Aljohani, Kessie, Galeno, Al-Buraikan, Veiga, Toney
Where to Watch from Nepal
Fans in Nepal can watch the match live on:
✅ Sony Network
✅ Score808
✅ Epics Sports
