Saudi Pro League Showdown: Al Hilal's Dominance Tested Against Al-Khaleej in a Crucial Encounter
Focusing on the Saudi Professional League! Al Hilal faces Al-Khaleej. Al Hilal has had a strong season, currently second in the league with 23 points, just 4 points behind the leader, Al Nassr. Their recent form is excellent, with a perfect record in their last 10 matches, showcasing strong performance in both attack and defense. Al-Khaleej's season has been average, currently sixth with 14 points. Their recent form is inconsistent, with only 2 wins in their last 10 games. While they can score, their defense has been a problem, conceding 22 goals. Al Hilal, a traditional powerhouse, is second in the standings, eager to contend for the title. They have a formidable home record, undefeated in their 7 home league games this season with 6 wins and 1 draw, averaging 2.8 goals per game while conceding only 0.4. Despite some recent minor fluctuations, the team is on a 13-match winning streak across all competitions. The midfield partnership of Milinkovic-Savic and Mitrovic has been key, combining for 18 goals, posing a significant offensive threat. In contrast, Al-Khaleej is near the relegation zone, and their away form is poor, with only 1 win in 7 games, conceding nearly 2.7 goals per game. They are on a four-game losing streak, and their key striker, Hammed, is struggling to score, affecting team morale. Recommendation: Over 3.75 goals. Score Predictions: 3-2, 2-2, 4-3.
