Al-Fayha faces Al-Hilal this Thursday, May 21st, at 3pm (Brasília time). The confrontation takes place at Al Majma’ah Sport City Stadium, at Al Majma’ah. Al-Hilal seeks victory to remain close to the lead. Al-Fayha tries to score points at home to ensure peace of mind in the table.
Darwin Nunez is not available for the duel. The Uruguayan striker has been out of the Saudi Pro League squad since February, after the arrival of Karim Benzema and the limit on foreigners. Ele can only perform in continental competitions.
Al-Hilal maintains strong campaign even without Darwin Nunez
Al-Hilal occupies second place with 81 points in 33 games. Simone Inzaghi’s team has recorded 24 wins and nine draws, with 84 goals scored and 27 conceded. The team needs the result to put pressure on the leader in the final stretch.
Darwin Nunez’s absence from the national championship is due to foreign regulations. The Uruguayan, who arrived at the club in 2025, has six goals in 16 games for the team, but was left off the list for the domestic league. Marcos Leonardo and Malcom lead the attack in place.
- Marcos Leonardo acts as central reference
- Malcom exploits speed on the flanks
- Sergej Milinković-Savić and Rúben Neves control the midfield
Simone Inzaghi uses the usual 4-4-2 formation. Outras casualties include Hamad Al-Yami. The coach must prioritize intensity to overcome Al-Fayha away from home.
Al-Fayha seeks point against vice-leader
Al-Fayha appears in tenth place with 38 points. The team has ten wins, eight draws and 15 defeats this season. A positive performance at home could improve morale for the remaining games.
Nos last commitments, Al-Fayha had alternating results. Jason and Abdullah Radif remain the main offensive options. Coach Pedro Emanuel must set up a solid defensive block with Chris Smalling to contain the visiting power.
Orlando Mosquera remains in goal. The midfield with Alfa Semedo and Yassine Benzia tries to limit Al-Hilal’s possession.
Prováveis lineups for the clash
Al-Fayha (5-3-2):Orlando Mosquera; Sabri Dahal, Mohammed Al-Baqawi, Chris Smalling, Mukhair Al-Rashidi, Ahmed Bamsaud; Alfa Semedo, Rakan Kaabi, Yassine Benzia; Abdullah Radif, Jason.
Al-Hilal (4-4-2):Yassine Bounou; Mohammed Al-Harbi, Rúben Neves, Hassan Al-Tambakti, Theo Hernández; Saud Mandash, Sergej Milinković-Savić, Mohamed Kanno, Salem Al-Dawsari; Malcom, Marcos Leonardo.
The formations follow recent trends. Al-Hilal must explore crossings and speed. The Al-Fayha focuses on compression.
Recent Histórico confirms Al-Hilal’s dominance
Al-Hilal has won the last six duels against Al-Fayha, 4-1 in the first round. Technical superiority should prevail even without Darwin Nunez on the list for the league.
Onde watch live
The Al-Fayha x Al-Hilal match is broadcast live on DAZN on Brasil. Plataformas as GOAT on YouTube offers real-time updates and highlights. Confirme availability in your region.
Stadium Detalhes and game conditions
The Al Majma’ah Sport City Stadium has capacity for around 34 thousand fans. The lawn is in good condition. The weather forecast indicates temperatures between 38°C and 40°C, clear skies and moderate winds at departure time.
The referee has not yet been officially confirmed. Al-Hilal plays close to the table. Al-Fayha defends its position with the support of the local fans.