Al Hilal Manager Jorge Jesus Prioritizes Trophies Over Consecutive Wins Record

Riyadh – Al Hilal, the current leaders of the Roshn Saudi League, are on the brink of setting a world record for the most consecutive wins with their recent 3-1 victory over Al Riyadh. This triumph marked their 27th consecutive win in all competitions, matching the record set by The New Saints in the 2016-17 season. The comeback victory saw Ruben Neves and Aleksandar Mitrovic convert penalties, alongside a goal from Michael, securing a comfortable 12-point lead in the league.

Manager Jorge Jesus, while acknowledging the significance of the potential record-breaking feat, prioritizes winning trophies over setting records. As Al Hilal prepares to face Al Ittihad in the AFC Champions League quarter-final second leg, Jesus emphasizes the importance of claiming titles such as the league, the cup, and the Asian Champions League. Despite holding a 2-0 advantage from the first leg, Jesus remains focused on achieving tangible success rather than chasing accolades.

In the upcoming crucial match against Al Ittihad, Al Hilal will rely on key players like Ruben Neves and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, who were rested in the previous game against Al Riyadh to ensure they are fresh and ready to contribute. Jesus highlighted the significance of having these influential players fully recovered and at their peak performance levels, including Salem Al Dawsari, who is also expected to feature prominently in the upcoming fixture.

Furthermore, Al Ittihad will be without the services of N’Golo Kante after the former Chelsea midfielder was shown a red card in the first leg encounter. The absence of Kante could provide Al Hilal with an additional advantage as they aim to secure a place in the AFC Champions League semi-finals. With a strong squad and a strategic approach, Al Hilal is well-positioned to continue their impressive run and pursue their ultimate goal of silverware in the ongoing season.

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