Saudi Professional League match analysis: Al Kholood versus Al Hilal. Al Kholood exhibits a superior attacking efficiency, with a 28% conversion rate in their last five matches, surpassing Al Hilal's 19%. They also generate 0.83 xG opportunities per 90 minutes, significantly higher than Al Hilal's 0.61. Al Kholood shows an advantage in key passing, with a 71% success rate compared to Al Hilal's 58%. Their forward passing value (PPA) is 4.2 times per 90 minutes, substantially ahead of Al Hilal's 1.5. In terms of midfield control, Al Kholood demonstrates a 63% possession rate, complemented by 4.1 fast-break attacks per 90 minutes. They trigger counter-attacks 0.8 seconds faster than their opponents. Furthermore, Al Kholood's average total running distance is 112km, with 27 high-intensity sprints, exceeding Al Hilal by 9. Al Hilal's defence shows vulnerabilities, conceding 12.3 average interceptions and 8.7 failed interceptions per game, with a clearance success rate of only 61%. Al Kholood, on the other hand, boasts a 74% tackle success rate and 9.2 interceptions per 90 minutes, which is 33% higher. Al Kholood has a superior xG to goal conversion rate of 132%, while Al Hilal's is 98%. Al Kholood averages 2.1 xG per game, compared to Al Hilal's 1.8. Both teams have shown a recent tendency towards high-scoring games, with an average of 4 total goals in their last three matches. Considering the offensive and defensive data and tempo control, it's expected that the number of goals will exceed 3.5. Prediction: Over 3.5 goals.