Al Hilal Vs Al Ittihad: Expected Lineups, Injuries, Suspensions, Head-to-Head Stats, Live Streaming & How To Watch

Al-Hilal and Al Ittihad are set to clash in the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. Al-Hilal, led by Jorge Jesus, have been dominating both domestically and in the tournament, boasting a winning streak of 27 games across various competitions. They currently hold a comfortable lead in the Saudi Pro League and are determined to secure victory in both the league and the Champions League, aiming for a repeat of their 2020-21 success.

In contrast, Al Ittihad, managed by Marcelo Gallardo, faced some setbacks, particularly with injuries to key players like Neymar and several others dealing with cruciate ligament tears. Despite these challenges, they managed to progress to the quarter-finals, albeit with some struggles, such as conceding own goals and facing a recent dip in form.

The upcoming match holds significant weight for both teams. Al-Hilal, with their consistent performance and formidable lineup including Aleksandar Mitrovic and Ruben Neves, are aiming to extend their winning streak and maintain their unbeaten record against Al Ittihad. On the other hand, Al Ittihad, although facing adversity, are eager to prove themselves and secure a spot in the semi-finals.

As the two Saudi rivals prepare to face off, fans can expect an intense battle on the field as both teams vie for victory and a step closer to Champions League glory.

Possible Lineups

Al-Hilal:
Bono; Abdulhamid, Al-Tambakti, Al-Bulaihi, N. Al-Dawsari; Neves, Kanno; Al-Faraj, Malcom, S. Al-Dawsari; Mitrovic

Al Ittihad:
Al-Mayouf; Al-Sqoor, Hawsawi, Hegazi, Kadesh; Kante, Fabinho; F. Al-Ghamdi, Al-Sahafi; Hamdallah, Benzema

Head-to-Head

In the head-to-head matchups between Al Hilal and Al Ittihad Jeddah, Al Hilal leads with 27 wins, while Al Ittihad has won 12 times. They have drawn 19 times in a total of 58 encounters. In terms of total points, Al Hilal accumulates 163 against Al Ittihad’s 96. Matches have been played across various stadiums, with King Fahd International Stadium being the most common venue. Additionally, they have faced off in competitions such as the AFC Champions League and the Saudi Professional League, where Al Hilal has maintained their advantage in the overall record of encounters.

How to Watch:

The highly anticipated match between Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad is scheduled to kick off at 6 pm GMT on March 5, 2024, at the Kingdom Arena. UK fans can catch the action live on Triller TV, with the option to stream the match online. In the US, Paramount+ is going yo carry the game.

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