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AL HILAL RIYADH VS AL AHLI JEDDAH - SAUDI ARABIA: PRO LEAGUE MATCH PREVIEW
SAUDI ARABIA: PRO LEAGUE MATCH DETAILS: AL HILAL RIYADH VS AL AHLI JEDDAH
As Al Hilal Riyadh prepare to host Al Ahli Jeddah on February 2, 2026, with kick-off at 18:30, this SAUDI ARABIA: Pro League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.
AL HILAL RIYADH PREVIEW IN SAUDI ARABIA: PRO LEAGUE
Al Hilal Riyadh, currently 1st in the standings with 53 points from 21 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 29 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 draws in their last five matches.
They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
AL AHLI JEDDAH PREVIEW IN SAUDI ARABIA: PRO LEAGUE
Al Ahli Jeddah, sitting 2nd with 53 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 23 points from 10 games this season.
Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches.
They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 15 goals scored.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR AL HILAL RIYADH VS AL AHLI JEDDAH
Recent meetings between Al Hilal Riyadh and Al Ahli Jeddah have favored Al Ahli Jeddah, ending in a 0-0 draw.
Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.
In their previous league match against Al Ittifaq Dammam, Al Hilal Riyadh recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Their starting XI featured Bono, Al Dawsari, Koulibaly, Tambakti, Al-Yami, Kanu, Neves, Al Dawsari, Milinkovic-Savic, Malcom, Benzema. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Al Ahli Jeddah's last outing came against Al Najma, where they secured a 4-1 victory using a 4-4-2 system.
Their starting XI featured Mendy, Hawsawi, Ibanez, Hamed, Majrashi, Atangana, Kessie, Galeno, Al-Shamat, Mahrez, Toney. This setup relied on discipline and work rate to maintain structure while exploiting wide areas.
Looking ahead, Al Hilal Riyadh are expected to maintain their 4-4-2 structure, Al Ahli Jeddah are likely to mirror that shape. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR AL HILAL RIYADH VS AL AHLI JEDDAH
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Al Hilal Riyadh's fixtures have averaged 2.9 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Al Ahli Jeddah's games average 3.4 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.
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